In this video, we explain the meaning, definition, pronunciation, synonyms, and antonyms of the word “mere.” You’ll also learn how to use it naturally in daily English conversations with real-life... MERE definition: 1. used to emphasize that something is not large or important: 2.

Understanding the Context

used to emphasize how strongly…. Learn more. The meaning of MERE is being nothing more than. How to use mere in a sentence.

Key Insights

MERE meaning: 1. used to emphasize that something is not large or important: 2. used to emphasize how strongly…. Learn more. MERE definition: being nothing more nor better than.

Final Thoughts

See examples of mere used in a sentence. Mere has a homograph — a completely different word that's spelled the same — and this mere means a lake or a pond. It’s related to the Dutch word meer — there’s lots of water in Holland. “Mere” is an adjective that means something is small, insignificant, or of little importance. On the other hand, “mear” is not a word in the English language and is often a misspelling of “mere.” Definition of mere adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Define mere. mere synonyms, mere pronunciation, mere translation, English dictionary definition of mere. adj. Superlative mer est 1.