lovingly

Everyday

1. Lovingly means in a way that shows love and care. tree →
2. Lovingly also means very carefully and gently, with great attention, because you care about doing something well. tree →

In the lessons

In stories it tells the reader how a character feels: a mother looks lovingly at her baby; Grandad lovingly fixes an old clock. It often describes careful handwork. Phrases: look lovingly at, lovingly made, lovingly restored, lovingly cared for.

Examples

• Mum looked lovingly at the new baby. tree →
• The cake was lovingly decorated by Gran. tree →
• The old train was lovingly restored by volunteers. tree →
• He lovingly stroked the cat's soft fur. tree →
• She wrapped each present lovingly. tree →
• The garden is lovingly cared for by the whole street. tree →
• When he got there, they greeted each other lovingly, and then she hid him again as before. tree →

Note

Adverb from loving + -ly. Spelling: lovingly (drop the e of love before -ing). Adjective: loving (a loving family).