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Sincerely Definition & Meaning

sincerely
adverb
  1. with sincerity; without pretense; "she praised him sincerely for his victory"; "was unfeignedly glad to see his old teacher"; "we are truly sorry for the inconvenience"
  2. written formula for ending a letter

"Sincerely" in song lyrics

See how sincerely is used in real songs:

  • "Professor Griff in the flesh, sincerely"
    (2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse
  • "I'm a life it, sincerely"
    The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control
  • "It's Valentine yours sincerely"
    All City — Ded Right

Usage tips for "sincerely"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sincerely" 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 sincerely to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does sincerely mean?
with sincerity; without pretense; "she praised him sincerely for his victory"; "was unfeignedly glad to see his old teacher"; "we are truly sorry for the inconvenience" written formula for ending a letter
What part of speech is sincerely?
Sincerely is an adverb.
How many definitions does sincerely have?
Sincerely has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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