adv. 1. In a dear manner; with affection; heartily; earnestly; as, to love one dearly. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. At a high rate or price; grievously. [ 1913 Webster ]
He buys his mistress dearly with his throne. Dryden. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. Exquisitely. [ Obs. ] Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]