contently
Translation
contently, satisfiedly
Examples
The cat purred contently on her lap.
The cat purred contently on her lap.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) contently to do (verb) in a satisfied way The baby slept contently.
Similar Words
Synonyms: happily, peacefully, satisfiedly; Antonyms: discontentedly, unhappily
Etymology
From the adjective 'content' + the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. 'Content' comes from Latin 'continere' (to hold together).
Memory Tips
Imagine doing something in a 'content' state. For example, sighing 'contently' after a good meal.