Encouragingly

The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • In a manner to give courage or hope of success.
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  • adverb. In an encouraging manner.
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  • adverb. in an encouraging manner
  • Word Usage
    "Margarita his jaw dropped, he shivered violently and appeared ready to faint, but as she called encouragingly to him he mustered courage to approach and feel of her skirt timidly."