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Affectionately Definition & Meaning

affectionately
adverb
  1. with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"

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Frequently asked questions

What does affectionately mean?
with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
What part of speech is affectionately?
Affectionately is an adverb.

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