Sadly

adverb

Meaning: In a sad way.

Full meaning: In a sad manner.

Phonics sounds: s-a-d-l-y — blend them together!

Example: “He waved sadly as the bus left.”

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This word keeps the same shape.

prefix: -ly

Same meaning:

Opposite:

Category: adverbs · Frequency rank: 35 (smaller = more common)

💪 very

A word that makes something stronger: very big, very fast.

🌡️ too

More than is good: too hot, too heavy.

👏 well

In a good way.

♾️ always

Every single time, forever.

🚫 never

Not even one time.

⚡ quickly

In a fast way.

Arrange the letters, find the missing one, and spell it yourself.