warmly

adverb

Definition of warmlynext
as in fanatically

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Recent Examples of warmly Hampton and Ditka, Chicago Bears legends, greet one another warmly. — Dan Pompei, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 Foundations for Nations grew through community aid Mary Rose Goggles was struggling with the costs of raising her grandchildren in 2017 when Lucas knocked on her door and warmly invited her to join her new church. — Savannah Peters, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026 Service is seamless and warmly hospitable, and both striking cocktails and a singular assortment of top-flight Mexican wines are sure to impress. — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2026 Barbera was present at Thursday night’s premiere and joined in the ovation as well as warmly embracing both directors. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for warmly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warmly
  1. fanatically
  2. rabidly
  3. excitedly
  4. enthusiastically
  5. zealously
  6. eagerly
  7. avidly
Adverb
  • But Anthony Fauci is a near-perfect example of the modern public health profession, someone who believes fanatically in his own infallibility.
    — Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
  • The children playing Lamia and Saeed had no training as actors, yet both are fanatically precise, effortlessly expressive, and pensively deep-hearted.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
Definition of fanatically
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  • In front of a rabidly hostile, pro-ECW crowd at the Hammerstein Ballroom, RVD defeated Cena to win his first and only WWE Championship.
    — Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Definition of rabidly
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  • Gonzalo also grows vanilla, and Christiansen talks excitedly about the tiny melipona bee involved in its propagation and the lengths the farm goes to protect its ecosystem from pesticides.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026
  • In another photo from the big game, Blue Ivy could be seen excitedly showing off her dance moves on the field.
    — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of excitedly
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  • So far, the shows have been enthusiastically received by fans, though Larson says he’s been advised by friends who’ve been in this position to manage expectations.
    — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Roslin enthusiastically suggested, prompting a smile from Harry.
    — Stacy Lambe, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of enthusiastically
Adverb
  • Storing knives loose in a drawer and scrubbing them too zealously creates a fine network of scratches, further dulling the finish.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Some people like old-world charm and zealously seek to preserve it.
    — Kathleen Parker, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of zealously
Adverb
  • Basner recalled eagerly wanting to meet Zeller, having been a fan of his work both on stage and screen for years.
    — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Buyers eagerly accept these as proof of a successful transition.
    — Thanh Pham, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of eagerly
Adverb
  • Americans fighting overseas followed the trial avidly on the radio.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The couple were deeply involved in literary circles, collected books avidly, read voraciously as well as penning various works.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 May 2026
Definition of avidly

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“Warmly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warmly. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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