Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nothing-more-than

phrase
/ˈnʌθɪŋ mɔr ðæn/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that something is only what it seems, with no additional significance or value.
Examples
  • She is nothing more than a friend to him.
  • The story was nothing more than a rehash of old ideas.
  • This task is nothing more than a simple routine.
Meaning
The term suggests that a person, object, or situation is merely a basic or superficial representation, lacking depth or complexity.
Synonyms
  • merely
  • simply
  • just