English adverb: dearly | |||
| 1. | dearly in a sincere and heartfelt manner | ||
| Samples | I would dearly love to know. | ||
| Synonyms | in a heartfelt way | ||
| 2. | dearly at a great cost | ||
| Samples | He paid dearly for the food. This cost him dear. | ||
| Synonyms | dear | ||
| 3. | dearly with affection | ||
| Samples | She loved him dearly. He treats her affectionately. | ||
| Synonyms | affectionately, dear | ||