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Another word for mere

Choosing another word for mere depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Being nothing more nor better than what is specified; used to emphasize how small, slight, or insignificant someone or something is.

Usage Example

"It took her a sheer twenty minutes to solve the complex mathematical puzzle."

Strong
sheer
bare
simple
pure
scant
utter

• noun (Context 2)

A shallow lake, pond, or wetland, particularly one that is broad in relation to its depth.

Usage Example

"Mist rose quietly over the tranquil lake as the morning sun warmed the reeds."

Strong
lake
pond
tarn
pool

Opposites of mere

The opposite of mere shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

significant
substantial
considerable
monumental
See all opposites of mere

• Nearby Words

mercurial
mercury
mercy
mere
merely
merfolk
merganser

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Mere. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/mere
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