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- [ten-der]
- /ˈtɛn dər/
- /ˈten.dər/
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- [ten-der]
- /ˈtɛn dər/
Definitions of tenderly word
- adjective tenderly soft or delicate in substance; not hard or tough: a tender steak. 1
- adjective tenderly weak or delicate in constitution; not strong or hardy. 1
- adjective tenderly (of plants) unable to withstand freezing temperatures. 1
- adjective tenderly young or immature: children of tender age. 1
- adjective tenderly delicate or soft in quality: tender blue. 1
- adjective tenderly delicate, soft, or gentle: the tender touch of her hand. 1
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Origin of tenderly
First appearance:
before 1175 One of the 8% oldest English words
1175-1225; Middle English, variant of tendre < Old French < Latin tenerum, accusative of tener tender
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Parts of speech for Tenderly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
tenderly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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adv tenderly
- affectionately — showing, indicating, or characterized by affection or love; fondly tender: an affectionate embrace.
- agilely — quick and well-coordinated in movement; lithe: an agile leap.
- airily — in a jaunty or high-spirited manner
- benevolently — characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile.
- benignly — having a kindly disposition; gracious: a benign king.
adverb tenderly
- admiringly — displaying or feeling admiration: admiring looks.
- adoringly — to regard with the utmost esteem, love, and respect; honor.
- appreciatively — feeling or showing appreciation: an appreciative audience at the concert.
- ardently — having, expressive of, or characterized by intense feeling; passionate; fervent: an ardent vow; ardent love.
- attentively — while giving attention; observantly: Please listen attentively.
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