sincerely

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /sɪnˈsɪrli/

KK: /sɪnˈsɪrli/

adverb

Definition

In a genuine and honest way; used to express true feelings or intentions.

Example

I sincerely appreciate your help with my project.

Conversation

I just wanted to say that I sincerely appreciate your help with the project.

That means a lot to me! I'm glad I could contribute.

I feel like we make a great team when we work together.

Absolutely! I enjoy collaborating with you sincerely.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

honestly

genuinely

earnestly

Antonyms

insincerely

dishonestly

falsely

Root Explanation

**Sincerely** → It is formed from "sincere" (from Latin *sincerus*, meaning clean, pure) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "sincerely" means in a manner that is pure or genuine.

Memory Tip

Think of being genuine or pure ('sincere') when you express something, and the '-ly' shows how you do it — that's why 'sincerely' means to do so in a genuine manner.

Visually Confused Words

unsincerely