adv
cordially
KAW-deer-lee
Cordially (adv) means In a warm, friendly, and sincere manner. Example: “You are cordially invited to the wedding reception.”
adv
1
In a warm, friendly, and sincere manner.
"In the thick of the railway controversies of his day, Francis naturally had his prejudices. It seems that he cordially disliked the aristocracy in general."
— Michael Robbins, John Francis's (1951)
"You are cordially invited to the wedding reception."
How to use cordially
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPolitely and warmly — often used in formal invitations.
Common pairings
cordially invited
cordially welcomed
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more cordially
- Superlative
- most cordially
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You are _____ invited to the wedding reception.
Etymology
From cordial plus the adverb suffix -ly.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for cordially
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What does “cordially” mean?
The word “cordially” means in a warm, friendly, and sincere manner. In plain terms, politely and warmly — often used in formal invitations.
How do you pronounce “cordially”?
“Cordially” is pronounced KAW-deer-lee (/ˈkɔɹd͡ʒəli/ in IPA).
How do you use “cordially” in a sentence?
Here is “cordially” used in a sentence: “You are cordially invited to the wedding reception.”
What part of speech is “cordially”?
“Cordially” is an adverb.
