Synonyms of solely

solely

adverb

ˈsō(l)-lē 

1

as in only

for nothing other than

I fight solely for my country, not for money!

Synonyms & Similar Words

• only
• purely
• exclusively
• just
• simply
• alone
• primarily
• mainly
• mostly
• principally
• chiefly
• largely
• basically
• predominantly
• generally
• substantially
• by and large

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• also
• likewise
• besides
• additionally

2

as in independently

without aid or support

you undertook that project solely on your own, and you will finish it likewise

Synonyms & Similar Words

• independently
• alone
• separately
• individually
• singly
• single-handedly
• single-handed
• on one's own initiative
• unassisted
• on one's own
• unaided
• by one's own bootstraps
• on one's own hook
• solo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• jointly
• together
• collectively
• mutually
• cooperatively
• hand in hand
• conjointly
• hand in glove
• en masse

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of solely

In Indiana, Meta relies on dry cooling and keeps power consumption down in hotter months by spraying a mist to cool the air instead of relying solely on refrigeration units. — Katie Tarasov, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026

This the first year the FHSAA has gone solely with MaxPreps rankings for its playoff selections, as requested by a majority of state coaches. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2026

Departmental Budget Oversight Executives should quit carrying the load of being solely responsible for the budget. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026

The matters before our committee are too important to be viewed solely through a partisan lens. — Antonio Hayes, Baltimore Sun, 5 Nov. 2026