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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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