Dearly: meaning, definitions and examples
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dearly
[ ˈdɪərli ]
expression of affection or love
In a way that shows deep affection or love towards someone.
Synonyms
deeply, intensely, passionately
Examples of usage
- She dearly missed her old friends.
- He dearly loved his family.
- We will dearly remember those who sacrificed their lives for our country.
at a high cost or price
In a way that involves a high cost or price.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The necklace was dearly bought but worth it.
- She paid dearly for her mistakes.
Translations
Translations of the word "dearly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 carinhosamente
🇮🇳 प्रिय
🇩🇪 innig
🇮🇩 dengan sayang
🇺🇦 люб'язно
🇵🇱 drogo
🇯🇵 心を込めて
🇫🇷 chèrement
🇪🇸 cariñosamente
🇹🇷 sevgilerle
🇰🇷 진심으로
🇸🇦 بحُبٍّ
🇨🇿 něžně
🇸🇰 nežne
🇨🇳 亲爱的
🇸🇮 prisrčno
🇮🇸 kærlega
🇰🇿 жылы
🇬🇪 სიყვარულით
🇦🇿 səmimiyyətlə
🇲🇽 con cariño
Word origin
The word 'dearly' originated from the Middle English word 'derely', which comes from the Old English word 'deorlice', meaning 'preciously' or 'with affection'. Over time, the meaning of 'dearly' has evolved to encompass both expressions of love and affection, as well as actions that come at a high cost. The adverb 'dearly' has been used in English language for centuries to convey deep emotions and the value of something.