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caringly

|car-ing-ly|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈkɛrɪŋli/

🇬🇧

/ˈkeərɪŋli/

(care)

concern or attention

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjective
carecarescarescaredcaredcaringcaring
Etymology
Etymology Information

'caringly' originates from the English word 'care,' which comes from the Old English 'caru,' meaning 'sorrow, anxiety, or concern.'

Historical Evolution

'caru' transformed into the Middle English word 'care,' and eventually became the modern English word 'care.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'sorrow or anxiety,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'concern or attention.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a manner that shows care or concern.

She spoke caringly to the child.

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Last updated: 2025/06/08 17:59