Synonyms of mere

mere 1 of 2

adjective

ˈmir 

as in very

being this and no more

the mere idea of your traveling alone to Europe is ridiculous

Synonyms & Similar Words

• very
• sheer
• simple
• bare
• total
• only
• pure
• absolute
• outright
• utter
• sole
• lone
• solitary
• unmitigated
• unqualified
• out-and-out
• arrant
• unadulterated
• stark
• unalloyed
• alone
• all-out
• singular
• unique
• solo

mere

2 of 2

noun

chiefly British

as in puddle

a small often deep body of water

one of the most scenic meres in England's Lake District

Synonyms & Similar Words

• puddle
• pool
• well
• lake
• stank
• pond
• billabong
• basin
• swimming pool
• hole
• water hole
• sinkhole

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mere

Adjective

Despite the Warriors operating with a pathetic sense of self-mortification — bending over backward for the mere possibility the King might grace them with his presence — the power of friendship wasn’t enough to lure James to the Bay. — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 24 July 2026

But thanks to the University of Mississippi’s pressurized sand dampers, replacement or repair following damage can be done in mere hours. — New Atlas, 24 July 2026

Bart has scored his hat trick in a mere 26 plate appearances. — Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 24 July 2026

When a popper is sitting still, its treble hooks hang down just mere inches below the surface. — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 July 2026