Gloatingly

/ˈɡloʊtɪŋli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner expressing smug satisfaction or delight in another's misfortune.

Etymology

From gloating (present participle of gloat) + -ly (adverb suffix). The adverb modifies verbs and adjectives to describe how the gloating is done.

Kelly Says

The -ing form (gloating) converts the verb to an adjective, then -ly converts that to an adverb—a beautiful chain of English suffixes transforming a verb into a modifier. You can hear the smugness in the sound itself.

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