dearly
pronunciation
How to pronounce dearly in British English:
UK [ˈdɪəli]
How to pronounce dearly in American English:
US [ˈdɪrli]
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- Adverb:
- in a sincere and heartfelt manner
- at a great cost
- with affection
Word Origin
- dearly (adv.)
- Old English deorlice (see dear).
Example
- 1. Japan would pay dearly for that .
- 2. But any quality hiccups with the new entune system or poor reaction from consumers could cost toyota dearly .
- 3. He dearly wants to pull people into the exciting mysteries that scientists wrestle with every day .
- 4. Who can see me to love dearly .
- 5. The old couple called her the bamboo princess and loved her dearly .