gratefully
Translation
with gratitude, thankfully
Examples
She gratefully accepted the offer of help.
She gratefully accepted the offer of help.
He smiled gratefully at the waiter.
He smiled gratefully at the waiter.
Grammar Patterns
((adv.)) in a way that shows gratitude She gratefully accepted the offer of help.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thankfully, appreciatively
Etymology
From 'grateful' + '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). 'Grateful' comes from Latin 'gratus' (pleasing, thankful).
Memory Tips
This adverb describes an action done in a 'grateful' way. If you are grateful, you act gratefully.