cordially — in a warm and friendly manner; with sincere warmth
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a warm and friendly manner; with sincere warmth
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɔːrdʒəli/
Example Sentences
- You are cordially invited to our wedding, but please don't bring your karaoke machine this time.
- The ambassador cordially received the delegation despite the 3 AM meeting time.
- She cordially thanked her neighbor for returning the borrowed lawnmower after only six months.
cordially
ADVERB[/ˈkɔːrdʒəli/]
in a warm and friendly manner; with sincere warmth
The host cordially welcomed every guest at the garden party entrance.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'cor' meaning 'heart'. The word developed to express sincere feeling emanating from the heart, eventually coming to mean warm, friendly, and heartfelt in manner or expression.
Breakdown
cor- (heart) + -ial (relating to, of the nature of) + -ly (in the manner of, forming an adverb).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“You are cordially invited to our wedding, but please don't bring your karaoke machine this time.”
“The ambassador cordially received the delegation despite the 3 AM meeting time.”
“She cordially thanked her neighbor for returning the borrowed lawnmower after only six months.”
“The president cordially invited all citizens to participate in the national cleanup day.”
“The two former rivals now cordially collaborate on various business projects.”
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