expansively

/ɪkˈspænsɪvli/
adverb
  1. In a way that covers a wide area or includes many things; extensively.
    • The author writes expansively about the history of the region.
    • He gestured expansively, indicating the entire valley below.
    • She smiled expansively, as if welcoming the whole world.
  2. In a friendly, open, and talkative manner.
    • After dinner, she relaxed and chatted expansively with her guests.
    • He spoke expansively about his travels and adventures.
    • The professor expansively answered every question from the students.
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