benignantly

adverb

Definition of benignantlynext
as in tenderly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for benignantly
  1. tenderly
  2. benevolently
  3. graciously
  4. cordially
  5. lovingly
  6. kindly
  7. considerately
  8. lightly
Adverb
  • Priyanka holds me tenderly as my tears blind me to the scene.
    — Sonia Gandhi, Vanity Fair, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Jesus used the metaphor of finding things that are lost to represent how God, like a Shepherd, tenderly cares for us.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of tenderly
Adverb
  • This was intended benevolently, but naturally carried with it the inescapable whiff of prurient patronization.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Nov. 2026
  • To be a builder is to be high agency, to contribute benevolently to society, to be the man in the arena.
    — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
Definition of benevolently
Adverb
  • Aneha sashays away, all the way down the paved road and back to the lobby, while Cam cleans up her mess, graciously thanking everyone for taking the time to come out and support them.
    — Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The lovely, economic scenic design by Angela Balogh Calin graciously makes room for the play’s wall-to-wall witticisms, but the house is meant to symbolize the ship of state drifting dangerously toward the rocks.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of graciously
Adverb
  • Jackson and Turner-Smith split in 2023 and, after some custody disputes, coparent cordially.
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The two part cordially—Rick expects nothing more.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 29 May 2026
Definition of cordially
Adverb
  • Nintendo has lovingly updated the legendary ’98 title with new visuals, modern mechanics, and on-demand jumping.
    — Brad Bourque, The Verge, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Bear #480, lovingly dubbed Otis, captured millions of hearts, as the first winner of Fat Bear Week over 10 years ago.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of lovingly
Adverb
  • There is a lot of shouting, too, mostly by Clay, but the tenor of the piece is on balance kindly (though not uncritical).
    — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The ones who were looked confused but kindly dropped candy into our bags.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of kindly
Adverb
  • Move considerately, and let your actions speak for you today.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
  • The viral post comes as survey data suggests many travelers are generally open to seat-switch requests when they are made considerately.
    — Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
Definition of considerately
Adverb
  • Stuffed with beef and lightly seasoned, this Middle Eastern pastry had the perfect crunch and savoriness.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Twenty-five classic games from that EA era have been lightly remastered and updated, then placed for sale on Steam and GOG, including several Wing Commander games and nearly the entire Ultima series.
    — Samuel Axon, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of lightly
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