120 Another Word for Dearly? – Dearly Synonyms & Antonyms

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Meaning of dearly

The primary meaning of "dearly" is to a great degree, or in a way that shows great love or affection.

Etymology of dearly

The word "dearly" originates from the Old English word "deor" meaning beloved, and the adverbial suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used to express strong emotions, such as love, affection, or esteem, and has evolved to include a range of meanings related to degree or extent

Synonyms

Definitions

  • Used to express a strong feeling of love or affection
  • * To a great degree, extremely
  • * In a way that shows great love or affection

Usage Examples

  • I love you dearly and will always cherish our memories together
  • * She was dearly loved by her family and friends
  • * He missed his hometown dearly after moving away

Antonyms

lightly slightly mildly moderately somewhat barely hardly scarcely faintly coolly coldly indifferently neutrally objectively distantly remotely vaguely loosely casually carelessly thoughtlessly heedlessly
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