sorely
0 antonyms and opposites of sorely, grouped by meaning.
Adv — Very much; to a severe or serious degree — usually paired with something negative or a strong need.
How to use sorely
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English sarlice, built from sore + the adverb suffix -ly.
Full origin of sorely →Frequently asked questions
What does “sorely” mean?
The word “sorely” means very much; to a severe or serious degree — usually paired with something negative or a strong need. In plain terms, an intensifier meaning "greatly" or "badly," almost always used with a negative feeling — missing, tempted, lacking, needed.
How do you pronounce “sorely”?
“Sorely” is pronounced SAW-lee (/ˈsɔɹli/ in IPA).
How do you use “sorely” in a sentence?
Here is “sorely” used in a sentence: “The team is sorely lacking in experience.”
What part of speech is “sorely”?
“Sorely” is an adverb.
Where does the word “sorely” come from?
The word “sorely” comes from Old English. From Old English sarlice, built from sore + the adverb suffix -ly.
Is “sorely” a common word?
“Sorely” is an uncommon word in modern English.