Adoptively

/əˈdɒptɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or characteristic of adoption; by way of adoption rather than biological relation.

Etymology

From 'adoptive' (the adjective form) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' This adverb allows speakers to modify verbs and adjectives in relation to adoption.

Kelly Says

Using 'adoptively' instead of just 'adoptively' signals respect for the full legal and emotional status of adoption—language precision here reflects decades of fighting for adoption to be recognized as creating truly equal family relationships.

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