Sorely: meaning, definitions and examples

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sorely

 

[ หˆsษ”หrli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

intensely, greatly

The term 'sorely' is used to indicate a strong degree of something, often to express a feeling of urgent need or a deep sense of loss, disappointment, or grief. It can also suggest that something is done with significant emphasis or seriousness. 'Sorely' can precede verbs, adjectives, or nouns, enhancing the emotional weight of the statements made. It often signifies that something is greatly missed or desperately required.

Synonyms

deeply, greatly, intensely, severely.

Examples of usage

  • He was sorely missed at the event.
  • The team sorely needed a victory.
  • She was sorely disappointed by the results.

Translations

Translations of the word "sorely" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น seriamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เค‚เคญเฅ€เคฐเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schmerzlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sangat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะธะปัŒะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ciฤ™ลผko

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใฒใฉใ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sรฉrieusement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seriamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸiddetle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ฌํ•˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vรกลพnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vรกลพne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธฅ้‡ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ resno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ alvarlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั‚ั‚ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸiddษ™tlษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seriamente

Etymology

The word 'sorely' comes from the Old English 'sorg' meaning 'sorrow' and 'ly', a suffix that forms adverbs. It has been used in English texts since the 14th century, primarily to describe feelings of grief or intense emotion. Over the centuries, the term evolved to describe not just sorrow, but any strong feeling, emphasizing the severity or intensity of the emotion. The usage has persisted through the Middle Ages, becoming a common part of the English lexicon. Today, 'sorely' retains its emotional weight, often used in contexts highlighting feelings of need or regret.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,131, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.