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Lovingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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lovingly

 

[ ˈlʌvɪŋli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

adverb

In a loving manner; with love or affection. Showing love and care towards someone or something.

Synonyms

affectionately, fondly, tenderly

Examples of usage

  • She smiled lovingly at her newborn baby.
  • He spoke to her lovingly, reassuring her of his affection.
  • The old couple held hands lovingly as they walked in the park.
Context #2 | Adjective

adjective

Full of love; affectionate. Expressing or feeling love or deep affection.

Synonyms

affectionate, fond, tender

Examples of usage

  • She gave him a lovingly prepared meal.
  • The cat purred in a lovingly way as the owner stroked its fur.
  • His lovingly written letters always brought a smile to her face.

Translations

Translations of the word "lovingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 carinhosamente

🇮🇳 प्यार से

🇩🇪 liebevoll

🇮🇩 dengan penuh kasih sayang

🇺🇦 з любов'ю

🇵🇱 czule

🇯🇵 愛情を込めて (あいじょうをこめて)

🇫🇷 affectueusement

🇪🇸 amorosamente

🇹🇷 sevgiyle

🇰🇷 사랑스럽게 (sarangeurokke)

🇸🇦 بمحبة (bi-mahabbah)

🇨🇿 láskyplně

🇸🇰 láskavo

🇨🇳 充满爱意地 (chōngmǎn àiyì dì)

🇸🇮 ljubeče

🇮🇸 með ástúð

🇰🇿 сүйіспеншілікпен

🇬🇪 სიყვარულით (siqvarulit)

🇦🇿 sevgi ilə

🇲🇽 amorosamente

Etymology

The word 'lovingly' is derived from the word 'loving', which originated from the Middle English word 'lovynge' and the Old English word 'lufian'. It has been used in the English language to express affection and love towards someone or something since ancient times. The concept of expressing love in a caring and affectionate manner has been valued across various cultures and continues to be an important aspect of human relationships.

See also: lovable, love, loved, loveliness, lovely, lover, loving, preloved.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,034, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.