adverb
Etymology: Middle English derely, from Old English dēorlice, from dēore dear + -līce -ly — more at dear
: in a dear manner: as
a. obsolete : preciously , worthily , richly
b. : with affection : fondly , affectionately
to love one dearly
c. : heartily , earnestly , deeply , keenly
the peace we so dearly seek — D.D.Eisenhower
d. : at a high rate or price
the victory was dearly won