Cajolingly

/kəˈdʒoʊlɪŋli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that uses flattery or charm to persuade someone to do something.

Etymology

Adverbial form of 'cajoling,' formed by adding '-ly' to the present participle. This follows standard English word formation patterns for creating adverbs from adjectives and verb forms.

Kelly Says

Adding '-ly' to verb forms creates adverbs, but 'cajolingly' is interesting because it describes HOW someone persuades—the actual delivery of the trickery matters as much as what they're saying.

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