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sincerely

adv. manner
B1 Intermediate US //sɪnˈsɪɹɫi// UK //sɪnsˈiəli// sin·cere·ly

adv. in a way that is honest and true. You use this to show that you really mean what you are saying or feeling.

adv. in a genuine, honest, or heartfelt manner. Frequently used to indicate that a statement is made without hypocrisy or pretence.


SIMPLE

I sincerely hope that you feel better soon.

CONTEXTUAL

She thanked the volunteers sincerely for their hard work during the charity event.

COMPLEX

The diplomat expressed his regrets sincerely, though many observers questioned whether his words reflected a genuine shift in national policy.

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Origin

From sincere + -ly, from Latin sincērus (“pure, clean, sound”).

Usage

Typically placed before the main verb or at the end of a sentence. Also serves as a standard closing in formal correspondence when followed by 'yours'.

Pitfall

I am sincerely for your lossI am sincerely sorry for your lossSincerely is an adverb and must modify a verb or an adjective; it cannot be used alone after 'to be' to express an emotion.

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