Adoptively

Pronunciation: /əˈdɑptɪvli/

Definitions of adoptively

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb to provide more information about the manner, place, time, degree, or frequency of an action

Example Sentences

A1 She smiled adoptively at the new puppy.

A2 The couple decided to raise a child adoptively.

B1 The family welcomed the new member adoptively into their home.

B2 The siblings grew up together adoptively, forming a strong bond.

C1 The community embraced the idea of inclusivity adoptively, creating a more welcoming environment.

C2 The organization implemented new policies adoptively, leading to positive change.

Examples of adoptively in a Sentence

formal The child was raised in an adoptively loving and supportive environment.

informal She was brought up adoptively by her aunt and uncle.

slang I heard he was taken in adoptively by his neighbor.

figurative The company adoptively embraced the new technology to stay competitive.

Grammatical Forms of adoptively

• past tense: adopted
• plural: adoptively
• comparative: more adoptively
• superlative: most adoptively
• present tense: adoptively
• future tense: will adoptively
• perfect tense: have adoptively
• continuous tense: is adoptively
• singular: adoptively
• positive degree: adoptively
• infinitive: to adoptively
• gerund: adoptively
• participle: adoptively

Origin and Evolution of adoptively

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'adoptively' is derived from the Latin word 'adoptivus', which comes from the verb 'adoptare' meaning 'to choose for oneself'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'adoptively' has retained its original meaning of 'in an adoptive manner', often used in the context of legal or familial relationships.