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just vs simply

simply vs just

just is an adjective but simply is not an adjective.

just and simply both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
just No Yes No Yes
simply No No No Yes
As adverbs, just and simply are synonyms defined as:
  • just and simply: and nothing more
Other synonyms of just include but, merely, only.
As adverbs, just and simply are synonyms defined as:
  • just and simply: (used for emphasis) absolutely
just (adjective) simply (adjective)
used especially of what is legally or ethically right or proper or fitting
fair to all parties as dictated by reason and conscience
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
of moral excellence
just (adverb) simply (adverb)
and nothing more and nothing more
only a moment ago in a simple manner; without extravagance or embellishment
(used for emphasis) absolutely absolutely; altogether; really
only a very short time before (used for emphasis) absolutely
indicating exactness or preciseness
exactly at this moment or the moment described
possibly (indicating a slight chance of something being true)
by a little
Difference between just and simply

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