Dearly Definition & Meaning
dearly
- adverb
- in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know"
- at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"
- with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
"Dearly" in song lyrics
See how dearly is used in real songs:
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"Emotively emancipated, lay it out for you dearly"
Alexipharmic — Astigmatism -
"I hate em' dearly"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Soul of a Coke Dealer -
"And not neglect, the one who loves them dearly"
Capital Tax — I Can't Believe It
Words that rhyme with dearly
Usage tips for "dearly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dearly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dearly to find words that pair well.
Use "dearly" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does dearly mean?
- in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know" at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear" with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
- What part of speech is dearly?
- Dearly is an adverb.
- How many definitions does dearly have?
- Dearly has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).