dearly
0 antonyms and opposites of dearly, grouped by meaning.
Adv — Very much; deeply.
How to use dearly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English deorlice, built on dear plus -ly.
Full origin of dearly →Frequently asked questions
What does “dearly” mean?
The word “dearly” means very much; deeply. In plain terms, very deeply (with love, loss, or wishing) or, figuratively, at a great cost.
How do you pronounce “dearly”?
“Dearly” is pronounced DEER-lee (/ˈdɪɹli/ in IPA).
How do you use “dearly” in a sentence?
Here is “dearly” used in a sentence: “She loved her grandmother dearly.”
What part of speech is “dearly”?
“Dearly” is an adverb.
Where does the word “dearly” come from?
The word “dearly” comes from Old English. From Old English deorlice, built on dear plus -ly.
Is “dearly” a common word?
“Dearly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “dearly” have?
“Dearly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: very much; deeply.