noddingly

/ˈnɑdɪŋli/
adverb
  1. In a way that involves nodding the head, especially to show agreement or understanding.
    • The teacher smiled noddingly when the student gave the correct answer.
    • He listened noddingly as his friend explained the plan.
    • She noddedly agreed with everything the speaker said.
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