genially

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English

Etymology

genial +‎ -ly

Adverb

genially (comparative more genially, superlative most genially)

  1. In a genial manner; gaily; cheerfully.
    (Can we find and add a quotation of Johnson to this entry?)
  2. (obsolete) By genius or nature; naturally.
    • (Can we date this quote by Glanvill and provide title, author’s full name, and other details?)
      Some men are genially disposed to some opinions.