CORDIALLY

heartily, cordially, warmly

(adverb) in a hearty manner; “‘Yes,’ the children chorused heartily”; “We welcomed her warmly”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

cordially (comparative more cordially, superlative most cordially)

In a cordial, warm or friendly manner.

Usage notes

As indicated above, the term is often used in letter closings.

Source: Wiktionary


Cor"dial*ly, adv.

Definition: In a cordial manner. Dr. H. More.

CORDIAL

Cor"dial (kr"jal, formally krd"yal; 106, 277), a. Etym: [LL. cordialis, fr. L. cor heart: cf. F. cordial. See Heart.]

1. Proceeding from the heart. [Obs.] A rib with cordial spirits warm. Milton.

2. Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate. He . . . with looks of cordial love Hung over her enamored. Milton.

3. Tending to revive, cheer, or invigorate; giving strength or spirits. Behold this cordial julep here That flames and dances in his crystal bounds. Milton.

Syn.

– Hearty; sincere; heartfelt; warm; affectionate; cheering; invigorating. See Hearty.

Cor"dial, n.

1. Anything that comforts, gladdens, and exhilarates. Charms to my sight, and cordials to my mind. Dryden.

2. (Med)

Definition: Any invigorating and stimulating preparation; as, a peppermint cordial.

3. (Com.)

Definition: Aromatized and sweetened spirit, used as a beverage; a liqueur.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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TEMPORIZE

(verb) draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time; “The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote”


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