adverb
solely
SOHL-lee
adverb
1
Only, exclusively, and nothing more.
"The decision rests solely with the board of directors."
"He was hired solely for his technical expertise."
How to Use Solely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed to stress that only one thing, person, or reason is involved, with nothing else.
Common pairings
solely responsible
solely because
solely on
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Etymology
From Middle English soly, built from sole ("only, single") plus -ly.