affectionately
1 of 1adverb/əˈfɛkʃənətli/
1
in a manner that shows warmth, love, or fondness
- She smiled affectionately at her little brother.
- He spoke affectionately of his childhood home.
- The dog licked her face affectionately after she returned.
- They hugged affectionately before saying goodbye.
- She looked affectionately at the worn-out teddy bear from her youth.