dearly Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adverb in a sincere and heartfelt manner
in a heartfelt way.
- I would dearly love to know
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adverb at a great cost
dear.
- he paid dearly for the food
- this cost him dear
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adverb with affection
dear; affectionately.
- she loved him dearly
- he treats her affectionately
WordNet
Dear"ly adverb
Definitions
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In a dear manner; with affection; heartily; earnestly; as, to love one .dearly -
At a high rate or price; grievously. He buys his mistress dearly with his throne. Dryden.
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Exquisitely. Obs. Shak.
