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

Then, a mere 15 minutes later, the Institute for Supply Management will release its own PMI for the services industry. — Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 5 July 2026

England arrived in the northern part of Mexico City on Friday night, a mere two days before kickoff. — Carlos Rodriguez, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026

That summer came mere months after the 36-year-old pop superstar wrapped her all-encompassing Eras Tour. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 4 July 2026

From lightweight, packable travel clothing to reliable luggage and accessories, Nordstrom is a one-stop destination for anything your seasonal packing list may be missing—and right now, prices start at a mere $15. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026