Associations to the word «Sadly»

Wiktionary

SADLY, adverb. In a sad manner; sorrowfully.
SADLY, adverb. Unfortunately, sad to say.
SADLY, adverb. (obsolete) Deeply, completely.

Dictionary definition

SADLY, adverb. In an unfortunate way; "sadly he died before he could see his grandchild".
SADLY, adverb. With sadness; in a sad manner; "`She died last night,' he said sadly".
SADLY, adverb. In an unfortunate or deplorable manner; "he was sadly neglected"; "it was woefully inadequate".

Wise words

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