Reassuringly
adv
adv ·5 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 In a reassuring manner.
"In the very heart of the herd the din was terrific. It was almost dizzying in its effect. I paused and smiled reassuringly at Maud, for I had recovered my equanimity sooner than she."
Adverb
- 1 in a reassuring manner wordnet
Example
More examples"Tom squeezed Mary's hand reassuringly."
Etymology
From reassuring + -ly.