Solicitously: meaning, definitions and examples
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solicitously
[ səˈlɪsɪtəsli ]
manner of caring
Solicitously means in a manner that shows concern or care for someone's needs or well-being. It often implies a degree of attentiveness and eagerness to help or please.
Synonyms
anxiously, attentively, concernedly.
Examples of usage
- She solicitously inquired about his health.
- He watched solicitously as the children played.
- The hostess moved about solicitously, ensuring all guests were comfortable.
Translations
Translations of the word "solicitously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 solicito
🇮🇳 सावधान
🇩🇪 besorgt
🇮🇩 perhatian
🇺🇦 турботливо
🇵🇱 życzliwie
🇯🇵 心配して
🇫🇷 prévenant
🇪🇸 solícito
🇹🇷 ilgilenen
🇰🇷 배려하는
🇸🇦 مراعٍ
🇨🇿 starostlivý
🇸🇰 starostlivý
🇨🇳 关心的
🇸🇮 skrbno
🇮🇸 umhyggilegt
🇰🇿 қамқор
🇬🇪 დაზრუნებული
🇦🇿 qayğıkeş
🇲🇽 solícito
Etymology
The word 'solicitously' derives from the Latin term 'sollicitare', which means 'to disturb or agitate'. The root 'sollicitus' translates to 'worried' or 'anxious'. In Middle English, the term evolved to describe a sense of caring and concern, leading to its modern connotation of showing interest in the welfare of others. Over time, it has come to be associated with a manner of behavior that is attentive and considerate, reflecting a deeper emotional investment in the circumstances and feelings of those around us. This evolution mirrors societal values emphasizing compassion and empathy in interpersonal interactions.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #34,691 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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