hospitably
1
2.8
- adverb
- /hɑːˈspɪtəbli/
:
hospitalariamente
- The members of the expedition encamped nearby and were hospitably received by the local people while they awaited the arrival of a replacement vessel.
I think they realized very quickly that tourism and and hospitably welcoming all kinds races classes is is for their benefit.
- I think they realized very quickly that tourism and and hospitably welcoming all kinds races classes is is for their benefit.
Examples
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Rogers hospitably offers the newcomer a drink, but he declines.
Academic text (2002) -
We WILL preserve good culture and prevent the decay that threatens to destroy society by the way we live joyful and godly lives boldly, openly, and hospitably before a dying world.
Blog text (26) -
Our home was always hospitably open.
Academic text (1995) -
My ward is right to treat you as hospitably as you have treated her.
Fiction book (1992) -
I think they realized very quickly that tourism and and hospitably welcoming all kinds races classes is is for their benefit.
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Only injury or disgrace from a guest prevented an Illinoisan from acting hospitably.
Academic text (2001) -
I was received hospitably, so I swiftly moved to explain I'd made them out a cheque for the amount of $25,000.
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"So far, so good," said Norman hospitably, repressing the urge to have his bouncers take care of Gerry Kriegel.
Fiction book (2002) -
The very top of the Big Rock Candy ascent was hospitably stuffed with plastic foam sufficient to safely absorb the kinetic energy of anyone who overshot the sudden turn.
Fiction book (2001) -
The local community welcomed the travelers hospitably, offering food and shelter during their stay.
Synonyms
388
1.0
In a pleasant or attractive way
179
1.0
In a gentle and caring way
108
1.0
In a way that shows respect for other people
101
2.3
In a polite way to someone
50
1.0
In a friendly and enjoyable way
41
3.9
In a kind and polite way that shows respect
39
1.0
In a kind, friendly, and enthusiastic way
11
4.0
In a warm, friendly way
5
3.9
In a kind and generous way that forgives others
4
3.7
In a friendly, pleasant way
4
2.8
In a polite and respectful way
4
3.5
In a kind and friendly way
3
4.1
In a helpful and willing way
3
2.3
In a pleasant way that feels nice
3
5.8
In a kind and gentle way that does no harm
1
4.6
In a kind way that tries to help other people
1
3.7
In a friendly and cheerful way that makes people feel welcome
1
4.4
In a friendly, pleasant way that shows warmth and kindness
1
3.5
In a friendly way that shows you enjoy being with someone
1
5.7
In a pleasant and friendly way
In a friendly way that makes people feel accepted
In a helpful way by doing what others want
Be kind and gentle to other people
In a generous way that gives a lot
In a generous way, without holding back
To do something willingly without complaining or feeling angry
Antonyms
How Hospitable
Surface Forms
Morphology
hospitably = hospitable (transparent) = hospitable + ly
Derived by regular adverbial suffixation from the adjective 'hospitable', so the meaning is directly predictable.
Etymology
Hospitably comes from the old Latin word hospes meaning 'host' or 'guest', the same root behind host and hospital. So, to act hospitably is to treat people like welcome guests, with friendly and generous care.