#1
dearly r. [
in a heartfelt way] in a sincere and heartfelt manner; "I would dearly love to know"
. wn #2
dearly r. [
dear] at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"
. wn #3
dearly r. [
affectionately, dear] with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
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