sorely

adverb

sore·​ly ˈsȯr-lē 

1

: in a sore manner : painfully

2

: very, extremely

sorely needed changes

Synonyms

• sadly
• bitterly
• sorrowfully
• painfully

Examples of sorely in a Sentence

You will be sorely missed.

She provided some sorely needed help.

The house is sorely in need of paint.

He is sorely lacking in social skills.

Recent Examples on the Web

Fan favorites return Whataburger is kicking off the festivities with a bang, bringing back two fan-favorite menu items that have been sorely missed: the Monterey Melt and the Chicken Fajita Taco. —Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025

In a current world of automakers reeling from financial dents, recalls and other woes, the new Camaro brings back an element sorely missing from today’s market - fun. —Josh Max, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025

Any country in its circumstances would be sorely pressed to acquire the ultimate deterrent. —Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 23 June 2025

While Opal Lee was sorely missed at her annual Juneteenth walk, her spirit was felt in the hundreds of people that participated in the annual Fort Worth event. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

sorely

adverb

sore·​ly ˈsō(ə)r-lē 

ˈsȯ(ə)r-

: in a sore manner