cajolingly

Thân thiện

"Come here," she said cajolingly.

Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a coaxing or persuasive manner: The word "cajolingly" describes the action of speaking or acting in a way that uses flattery, gentle pleading, or sweet talk to persuade someone to do something.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • She spoke cajolingly to the child, promising a treat if he finished his vegetables.
  • "You know you want to come with us," he said cajolingly, hoping to change her mind.

Advanced Usage

• Used to describe tone or approach: "Cajolingly" is often used to characterize a specific, insinuating tone of voice or a manipulative yet gentle strategy in communication.
  • The manager addressed the team cajolingly, trying to boost morale without direct commands.

Variants and Related Words

• Cajole (verb): To persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery.
  • He tried to cajole his friend into lending him the car.
• Cajolery (noun): Coaxing or flattery intended to persuade.
  • Her cajolery was so effective that he agreed almost immediately.

Synonyms

• Coaxingly: In a gently persuasive manner.
• Wheedlingly: In a manner using flattery to gain persuasion.
• Persuasively: In a convincing manner.

Antonyms

• Peremptorily: In a commanding way that expects obedience.
• Brusquely: In an abrupt, blunt, or curt manner.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in a cajoling manner
   • `Come here,' she said coaxingly

Từ đồng nghĩa

• coaxingly