genially

English

Etymology

genial +‎ -ly

Adverb

genially (comparative more genially, superlative most genially)

  1. In a genial manner; gaily; cheerfully.
    (Can we find and add a quotation of Johnson to this entry?)
  2. (obsolete) By genius or nature; naturally.
    • Glanvill
      Some men are genially disposed to some opinions.
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