Encouragingly (Adverb)
Meaning
In an encouraging manner; "`Go on,' he said encouragingly to his student".
Examples
- The teacher nodded encouragingly as the student struggled to find the right words to express herself.
- The coach smiled encouragingly at the nervous player before the big game.
- "Keep going," she said encouragingly to her child, who was trying to ride a bike for the first time.
- He looked at his sister encouragingly, trying to help her overcome her fear of public speaking.
- The manager spoke encouragingly to the team after a tough loss, trying to boost their morale.