Definitions

1. adjective

only just; barely; barely enough

“The mere thought of the long hike was exhausting.”

2. noun

a lake or pool of water, especially one that is small or isolated

“The tourists visited the mere to see the birds.”

3. noun

a woman, especially one who is a peer or equal

“The queen was a mere, and she treated her guests with kindness.”

4. noun

a small amount or degree of something

“There was mere comfort left in the old, worn-out couch.”

5. adverb

only; merely

“She was merely tired, not exhausted.”