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but vs only

only vs but

but is not an adjective while only is an adjective.

but and only both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
but No No No Yes
only No Yes No Yes
As adverbs, but and only are synonyms defined as:
  • but and only: and nothing more
Other synonyms of but include just, merely, simply.
but (adjective) only (adjective)
exclusive of anyone or anything else
being the only one; single and isolated from others
but (adverb) only (adverb)
and nothing more with nevertheless the final result
without any others being included or involved
and nothing more
never except when
in the final outcome
as recently as
except that
Difference between but and only

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