Sorely

/ˈsɔrli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

To a very great or severe degree; greatly.

She was sorely disappointed when the concert was canceled.

In a manner causing pain or distress.

He felt sorely neglected by his friends during the difficult times.

Used to emphasize the intensity of an emotion or state.

The team will sorely miss their star player who is injured.

To an extent that is very noticeable or significant.

The community was sorely in need of new resources for education.

From sore + -ly, meaning 'in a painful manner'.

sorely tempted

Greatly tempted.

sorely lacking

Regrettably deficient or insufficient.

sorely mistaken

Greatly in error.

sore

To feel pain or discomfort.

sorrow

A feeling of deep distress caused by loss.

In a serious or critical manner.

He's sorely in trouble with his grades.