adv. 1. In a devout and reverent manner; with devout emotions; piously. [ 1913 Webster ]
Cast her fair eyes to heaven and prayed devoutly. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Sincerely; solemnly; earnestly. [ 1913 Webster ]
'T is a consummation Devoutly to be wished. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]