Synonyms for

Sincerely

Verb / sɪˈnsɪrli: / Another word for sincerely — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a genuine way

Synonyms & similar words

truly unfeignedly sincerelyyours insincerely honestly truly frankly candidly openly forthrightly directly plainly unreservedly unfeignedly heartily earnestly genuinely authentically veritably veraciously truthfully faithfully loyally

Synonyms by register

Formal

genuinely authentically honestly truly

Informal

really truly for real no kidding

Literary

heartily earnestly veritably

Antonyms

insincerely falsely dishonestly hypocritically deceitfully artificially

Common collocations

  • sincerely hope
  • sincerely apologize
  • sincerely yours
  • sincerely believe
  • sincerely appreciate
  • sincerely regret
  • sincerely ask

Word family

noun sincerity
adjective sincere
adverb sincerely

Usage note

Used to express genuine feelings or intentions. Often used in closings of letters and emails.

Example sentences

  1. I want to thank you sincerely for helping me.
  2. She spoke sincerely about her feelings.
  3. I sincerely apologize for my mistake.
  4. He was sincerely grateful for the gift.
  5. I can't thank you enough for your help, sincerely.

Quotes

  • "Sincerely, I remain your devoted servant." - Agatha Christie
  • "Sincerely, your brother, Sherlock Holmes." - Arthur Conan Doyle
  • "Sincerely, I cannot agree with you." - Vladimir Nabokov

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