sadly
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Britannica Dictionary definition of SADLY
[more sadly; most sadly]
1
:
in a way that shows sadness or unhappiness
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She shook her head sadly.
2
:
in a way that causes feeling of sadness, disappointment, regret, etc.
— sometimes used for emphasis
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A cohesive plot was sadly lacking from the novel.
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Her work had been sadly neglected.
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If you think she'll forgive you, you are sadly mistaken.
3
:
unfortunately
— used to say that something is disappointing, sad, etc.
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I tried to help but, sadly, nothing could be done.
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Sadly, her negative attitude began to spread to other people.
