Definition
grinningly
adverb
- in a manner characterized by grinning; with a grin or broad smile
Usage: informal; often used to describe an action performed while smiling broadly or with evident pleasure
Examples
- He greeted his old friend grinningly at the airport.
- She accepted the award grinningly, clearly delighted by the recognition.
- The children ran toward the ice cream truck grinningly.
- He spoke grinningly about his embarrassing mistake.
- They waved grinningly from the departing train.