Only

English Meaning

One alone; single; as, the only man present; his only occupation.

1. Alone in kind or class; sole: an only child; the only one left.
2. Standing alone by reason of superiority or excellence.
3. Without anyone or anything else; alone: room for only one passenger.
4. At the very least: If you would only come home. The story was only too true.
5. And nothing else or more: I only work here.
6. Exclusively; solely: facts known only to us.
7. In the last analysis or final outcome: actions that will only make things worse.
8. With the final result; nevertheless: received a raise only to be laid off.
9. As recently as: called me only last month.
10. In the immediate past: only just saw them.
11. Were it not that; except.
12. With the restriction that; but: You may go, only be careful.
13. However; and yet: The merchandise is well made, only we can't use it.