sorely

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Adverbial sorely has 2 senses

sorely - to a great degree; "I missed him sorely"; "we were sorely taxed to keep up with them"
Derived from adjective sore₂
painfully, sorely - in or as if in pain; "she moved painfully forward"; "sorely wounded"
Derived from adjective sore₁

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sorely

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that expresses deep distress or sadness; greatly or severely.

Example Sentence: The news of his friend's death left him sorely devastated.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that expresses strong need or desire; eagerly or desperately.

Example Sentence: She was sorely in need of a good night's sleep after working all day.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that indicates a great lack or absence; greatly or seriously.

Example Sentence: The team felt sorely unprepared for the match due to their lack of practice.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a manner that indicates deep regret or disappointment; greatly or profoundly.

Example Sentence: He regretted his decision sorely when he realized the consequences.