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tenderly
CIDE DICTIONARY
tenderly, adv.
In a tender manner; with tenderness; mildly; gently; softly; in a manner not to injure or give pain; with pity or affection; kindly. Chaucer. [1913 Webster]
THESAURUS
tenderly
adoringly, affectionately, amorously, ardently, assiduously, carefully, cautiously, circumspectly, compliantly, considerately, dearly, delicately, devotedly, diligently, easily, fondly, gently, heedfully, industriously, lovingly, mindfully, painstakingly, passionately, regardfully, sedulously, softly, solicitously, submissively, thoroughgoingly, thoroughly, thoughtfully, with affection, with care, with great care, with loveFor further exploring for "tenderly" in Webster Dictionary Online