Definition: Wholly, entirely.
Alright class, settle down now, let’s take a look today, At a word that’s quite simple, but needs a little play! “Merely” is the word we’re tackling with glee, And the dictionary tells us, “Wholly,” you see? Think of it like this, my dears, nice and slow, It means something isn't much, doesn’t overflow. Like saying "I merely ate a small piece of cake," – Just a little bit, for goodness sake! Or "It's merely a suggestion," you understand? Not a command, just offered by hand. “Wholly” and “entirely,” they paint the same scene, Showing something isn’t grand, it’s not keen To boast or to shine with a brilliant display, "Merely" just means "it is," in its simplest way! Do you have any questions about this little rhyme? Let's discuss!