affectionately
/əˈfɛkʃənɪtli/
adverb
- In a way that shows love, care, or gentle liking.
- The old man spoke affectionately of his wife, who had passed away years ago.
- She hugged her little brother affectionately before he left for school.
- They signed the letter 'Yours affectionately' as a sign of their close friendship.