Sadly

/ˈsadli/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Sadly

adverb

  1. In a sad manner; sorrowfully.

    "“Only when we climb up can we see it,” he said sadly."

  2. Unfortunately, sad to say.

    "If you think you’re getting out of this place alive, you are sadly mistaken, my friend."

  3. Very much (of a desire etc.); dearly; urgently.
  4. Deeply, completely.

Anagrams of Sadly

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

mournfullyregretfullyruefullysorrowfullyalasregrettablysad to sayunfortunately