Genially
['dʒi:njəli]
Definition
(adv.) By genius or nature; naturally.
(adv.) Gayly; cheerfully.
Editor: Nat
Examples
- I read a poem or two; whether the spell was in me or in the verse I know not, but my heart filled genially, my pulse rose. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
- I don't think there's much fear of that, Dick, replied Maurice genially. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- He finished by genially kissing my hand and thanking me. Charles Dickens. Bleak House.
Editor: Nat