lovingly
adv. manner B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɫəvɪŋɫi// UK //lˈʌvɪŋli// lov·ing·ly
adv. to do something in a way that shows you care deeply and feel a lot of affection. You use this when someone puts a lot of heart into an action.
adv. in a manner characterized by deep affection, care, or tenderness. Often modifies verbs related to creation, caretaking, or physical contact.
She lovingly prepared a special meal for her family.
The old book had been lovingly restored by hand, with every torn page carefully mended.
The biographer lovingly details the subject's early years, painting a portrait of a brilliant mind shaped by a supportive and intellectually vibrant household.
From loving + -ly.
Usage
Typically follows the verb it modifies or sits between the auxiliary and the main verb.
- Verbloving
- Adverblovingly