Sadly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsædli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Sadly is an adverb meaning In a sad manner; sorrowfully.
Meaning
In a sad manner; sorrowfully.
More Meanings
- Unfortunately, sad to say.
- In a manner to cause sadness; badly; terribly.
- (dated) Very much (of a desire etc.); dearly; urgently.
- (obsolete) Deeply, completely.
Example Sentences
Sadly, the two were never to meet again.
“Only when we climb up can we see it,” he said sadly.
If you think you’re getting out of this place alive, you are sadly mistaken, my friend.
"Don't ask me: don't make me talk of it," she answered. "I'm not fit now. I have been cruelly used and cruelly wronged. You will be kinder than ever, if you will walk on fast, and not speak to me. I sadly want to quiet myself, if I can."
Word Forms
- sadlier
- sadliest
Synonyms for sadly
Depending on context, synonyms include sorrowfully, ruefully, mournfully, heavily, unfortunately, regrettably.
Antonyms for sadly
Common opposites include happily.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lamentably, woefully, deplorably, unhappily, depressingly, tragically.
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