This is the 11263rd most frequent Portuguese word.
meros
"Meros" in Portuguese means "mere" or "simple" when used as an adjective.
The word 'meros' emphasizes the limited significance or role of the subject described: spectators in this context are presented as having an unimportant or passive role in the decision.
Eles são meros espectadores nesta decisão.
They are mere spectators in this decision.
Here, 'meros' conveys the idea that the details are trivial or minor in comparison to the main elements of the proposal.
Os detalhes meros dessa proposta não foram considerados.
The mere details of this proposal were not considered.
In this sentence, 'meros' suggests that rumors being referred to lacked any significant weight or credibility, contrasting with substantial evidence.