Tenderly

/ˈtɛndərli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a gentle, loving, or caring manner.

She held the baby tenderly, ensuring he felt safe and loved.

With sensitivity or gentleness in action or expression.

He spoke tenderly to her, trying to soothe her worries.

In a way that expresses affection or warmth.

They danced tenderly under the stars, lost in their moment.

With emotional warmth or kindness.

The teacher looked at her students tenderly, full of pride for their accomplishments.

From Middle English 'tenderli', from 'tender' + the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

tenderly touched

to be emotionally affected by something in a gentle way.

tenderly cared for

to look after someone or something with love and kindness.

tender

showing gentleness and concern or sympathy.

tenderness

the quality of being tender, gentle, or loving.