hospitably

adverb

Definition of hospitablynext
as in courteously

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hospitably
  1. courteously
  2. considerately
  3. kindly
  4. thoughtfully
  5. sweetly
  6. reasonably
  7. generously
  8. cordially
Adverb
  • Two inspectors knocked on doors and spoke courteously to surprised visitors who displayed booking contracts on their phones, the inspectors’ bodycam footage showed.
    — Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • When a visitor arrives in a classroom, a classroom ambassador welcomes them, introduces himself and the subject being taught, and courteously asks for the visitor’s name and affiliation.
    — Walter Fields, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2026
Definition of courteously
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
  • The Cuban government, predictably, did not take the report’s suggestions kindly.
    — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • But apparently Payton didn't take too kindly to the Seahawks coaches' scouting tactics.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of kindly
Adverb
  • Of the 255 rooms, 72 are suites, which shows how thoughtfully the resort is set up for families, groups, and longer stays.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Learning to pause before reacting, regulate emotions, listen carefully and choose language thoughtfully can create better conditions for difficult conversations.
    — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of thoughtfully
Adverb
  • The actor played the role of the sweetly endearing mouse puppet, a character beloved by children all over the world — and, apparently, Ed Sullivan.
    — Kaja Andric, New York Times, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Witty and fast-paced but still sweetly skeptical of deep connection, the project’s generally snappy script comes alive through Thompson’s impressive ambition and obvious love for strangers.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of sweetly
Adverb
  • Those unfamiliar with Dennis might reasonably wonder why an employee of ESPN, the WNBA Finals rights holder, would celebrate the elimination of the league's biggest television draw.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Companies could reasonably rely on suppliers, carriers, freight brokers, customs brokers, logistics service providers and other partners to manage portions of supply chain operations and compliance.
    — Ed Ryan, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of reasonably
Adverb
  • At the moment, of course, he’s generously rewarded for his talent.
    — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The cocktails are crisp and ice-cold; the wines poured generously and often.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of generously
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
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“Hospitably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hospitably. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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