smotheringly en · ADV
Etymology
From smothering + -ly.
Meanings
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In a smothering manner; oppressively.
Their mother was smotheringly overprotective.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most smotheringly | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more smotheringly | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |