trustingly

adverb

Definition of trustinglynext
as in trustfully

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Recent Examples of trustingly Films of striking social relevance that never fall to polemic or sensationalism, but instead so trustingly fulfill their characters’ plight and courage. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trustingly
  1. positively
  2. confidently
  3. approvingly
Adverb
  • When new employee Theint (Nandar Myint Lwin) tells a white lie to cover for her after an unauthorized bathroom break, San Kyi’s face turns positively radiant with gratitude, while Teint merely winks in response.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • Despite this, the ability to earn some premium items for free via in-game finds is viewed positively, making the overall change a beneficial improvement.
    — Mike Stubbs, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of positively
Adverb
  • Rather than recreating its past, the landmark hotel confidently writes its next chapter.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
  • Organizations that once spoke confidently about health equity now speak more cautiously about population health, community health, quality, or trust.
    — Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of confidently
Adverb
  • Jason looked on approvingly as Travis made his Saturday Night Live hosting debut back in March 2023.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
  • My father approvingly walked to the curb to examine Paul’s new BMW.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 June 2026
Definition of approvingly

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“Trustingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trustingly. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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