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adoringly

|a-dor-ing-ly|

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/əˈdɔːrɪŋli/

(adore)

deep love or worship

Base FormPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounAdjective
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Etymology
Etymology Information

'adoringly' originates from the Latin word 'adorare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'orare' meant 'speak, pray.'

Historical Evolution

'adorare' transformed into the Old French word 'adorer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adore' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to pray to or worship,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to love deeply.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that shows deep love and affection.

She looked at her newborn baby adoringly.

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Last updated: 2025/05/12 11:36