only
//ˈoʊnli//
Adjective
1
Being the single one or the sole example; alone of a kind.
She is the only child in her family.
2
Most suitable, appropriate, or desirable; best.
She is the only person for this job.
Adverb
1
No more than; merely; just.
It only costs five dollars.
2
Exclusively; solely; and no one or nothing else.
This offer is only for members.
3
As recently as; not longer ago than.
I saw her only yesterday.
Synonym
Conjunction
1
But; however; except that.
I'd like to go, only I have to work.