Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Feeling or showing unhappiness or sorrow.
Sadly
/ˈsædli/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
"I was in love with Harry," Jennifer said sadly.
She smiled sadly and left me.
Elizabeth missed Jane sadly.
Etymology:
The word sadly originates from the Old English term sædlic, which meant sorrowful or deeply regrettable. Over time, it evolved into sadly in Middle English (circa 1300).
Usage Statistics:
14 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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