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

Both were actual people born in the late 18th century who, despite their best efforts, became mere footnotes in musical history. — Heller McAlpin, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026

According to Swedish newspaper Aftonbladet via Futurism, an AI agent deleted the new season of the show known as The Challenge Sverige, mere weeks before its premiere. — Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2026

With no member of the Phoenix Suns between him and the rim, Fox made the quick executive decision that a mere layup would not suffice. — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 15 Oct. 2026

As Stein arrived, Celtic were about to finish eighth in an 18-club First Division, three points behind Clyde, with whom Celtic had drawn 1-1 in January in front of a mere 13,500 at Parkhead. — Michael Walker, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026