Consolatorily

/kɒnsəˈleɪtərɪli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner intended to comfort or console; in a soothing or reassuring way.

Etymology

Adverb form derived from 'consolatory' plus the -ly suffix, indicating manner of action.

Kelly Says

This adverb is so uncommon that most people would just say 'comfortingly' instead—but consolatorily has a more formal, almost ceremonial quality that older literature loves.

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