What does dearly mean?
Dearly means In a dear or precious manner..
Dearly
/ˈdɪɹli/ · adverb
Meaning
In a dear or precious manner..
Definitions by Sense
- In a dear or precious manner.
- In a dear or expensive manner.
- At great expense; dear.
Example Sentences
the funeral of our dearly beloved sister
a dearly priced item
He paid dearly for his mistake.
But I take solace in the fact that the public has seen the enormous mountain of evidence proving what Fox did, and Fox paid dearly for it.
Synonyms for dearly
Antonyms for dearly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more dearly
- dearlier
- most dearly
- dearliest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dearly?
Common synonyms include affectionately, in a heartfelt way, dear.
What is the opposite of dearly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dearly in a sentence?
the funeral of our dearly beloved sister
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