The Opposite(Antonym) of “dearly”
The antonyms of dearly are cheaply, inexpensively, and hatefully. These antonyms convey the opposite meaning of dearly, which is an adverb used to describe something that is loved or valued greatly.
Explore all Antonyms of “dearly”
Definitions and Examples of cheaply, inexpensively, hatefully
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
At a low price; not costing much money.
Example
She bought the dress cheaply at a thrift store.
At a low cost; not expensive.
Example
He found a good quality laptop inexpensively on sale.
In a manner that expresses intense dislike or animosity towards someone or something.
Example
She glared hatefully at her ex-boyfriend when she saw him with another girl.
Key Differences: cheaply vs inexpensively vs hatefully
- 1Cheaply and inexpensively both refer to something that is not expensive, but cheaply can also imply low quality.
- 2Hatefully is a relational antonym that conveys intense dislike or animosity towards someone or something, while dearly conveys love or affection.
Effective Usage of cheaply, inexpensively, hatefully
- 1Shopping: Use cheaply and inexpensively when talking about prices and bargains.
- 2Emotions: Use hatefully to describe negative emotions such as anger, resentment, or hostility.
- 3Relationships: Use dearly to express love, affection, or fondness towards someone or something.
Remember this!
The antonyms of dearly are cheaply, inexpensively, and hatefully. Use cheaply and inexpensively when talking about prices and bargains, hatefully to describe negative emotions, and dearly to express love, affection, or fondness towards someone or something.
