cordially
adverb
Simple meaning
In a hearty way.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɔɹdʒəli
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Definition
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adverb
In a cordial, warm, friendly or heartfelt manner.
In a hearty manner
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: In a cordial, warm, friendly or heartfelt manner.
Used this way, cordially is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Positive and appreciative
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Inflected forms
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Strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal.
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Sense: in a cordial or warm or friendly
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