Sincerely

/sɪnˈsɪrli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In a sincere manner; genuinely and without pretense.
I sincerely appreciate your help with the project.
Used to express a genuine feeling or belief.
She sincerely hopes for your success.
Often used at the end of a letter to express goodwill.
Sincerely, John Smith.
Used to indicate that something is not intended as a joke or sarcasm.
I sincerely think you would excel in that position.

Etymology

From Middle English 'sincerly', from Old French 'sincer', from Latin 'sincerus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Yours sincerely:
A formal way to close a letter indicating truthfulness.
Sincerely yours:
A similar formal closing in correspondence.
Sincerely mean:
Expressing true feelings without deceit.

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