benignantly
/bɪˈnɪɡnəntli/
adverb
- In a kind, gentle, and gracious manner, especially toward someone in a weaker position.
- The old king looked benignantly upon the villagers who had come to greet him.
- The teacher smiled benignantly at the nervous student.
- She spoke benignantly to the lost child, calming his fears.
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