dearly

/ ˈdɪəlɪ /

adverb

1. very much

   I would dearly like you to go

2. affectionately
3. at a great cost

Example Sentences

I believe that stepping aside is in the best interests of the Church of England, which I dearly love and which I have been honoured to serve.

From BBC

I have a niece that I love dearly.

From BBC

For example — and please, Julia Roberts, I love you dearly — but “My Best Friend’s Wedding” disappointed me.

From Los Angeles Times

But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly,” they said.

From Los Angeles Times

But for now, we will take some time to grieve and process the loss of our brother, who we loved dearly.

From BBC

Related Words

• greatly
• very much