sadly
/ˈsædli/adv
Middle School
1
In a sad manner; sorrowfully.
2
Unfortunately, sad to say.
3
In a manner to cause sadness; badly; terribly.
4
Very much (of a desire etc.); dearly; urgently.
5
Deeply, completely.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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