/ ˈsɪmpli; NAmE / adverb
1.
used to emphasize how easy or basic sth is
SYN just :
Simply add hot water and stir.
The runway is simply a strip of grass.
Fame is often simply a matter of being in the right place at the right time.
You can enjoy all the water sports, or simply lie on the beach.
2.
used to emphasize a statement
SYN absolutely :
You simply must see the play.
The view is simply wonderful!
That is simply not true!
I haven't seen her for simply ages.
3.
in a way that is easy to understand :
The book explains grammar simply and clearly.
Anyway, to put it simply , we still owe them £2 000.
4.
in a way that is natural and plain :
The rooms are simply furnished.
They live simply (= they do not spend much money) .
5.
used to introduce a summary or an explanation of sth that you have just said or done :
I don't want to be rude, it's simply that we have to be careful who we give this information to.