Synonyms for

Sorely

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

Definition

To a great extent; severely or deeply.

Synonyms & similar words

painlessly painfully greatly deeply severely acutely intensely painfully keenly profoundly seriously exceedingly immensely terribly hugely awfully desperately gravely dreadfully sincerely heartily badly

Example sentences

  1. I was sorely disappointed when I didn't win the race.
  2. She missed her family sorely when she went away to college.
  3. The town was sorely affected by the hurricane.
  4. He was sorely tempted to take the last cookie.
  5. I am sorely in need of a vacation.

Quotes

  • The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision. - Helen Keller
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela

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