solicitously (C1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /səˈlɪsɪtəsli/
Definition
In a way that shows great care or concern for someone or something.
Examples
She watched her child play, her gaze following him solicitously.
He asked solicitously about her health after her surgery.
The waiter hovered nearby, solicitously refilling their water glasses.
How to Use solicitously
- solicitously about (prepositional phrase)
- Showing care and concern regarding a specific person or situation. — "He inquired solicitously about her recovery."
- solicitously towards (prepositional phrase)
- Expressing care and concern directed at someone. — "Her attitude towards the elderly neighbor was always solicitously."
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