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What is the adverb for smile?

There isn't a single perfect adverb for "smile." Here's why and some options:

* Smiles are actions, not states: Adverbs typically modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. While "smile" is a verb, it's more of an action than a state of being.

* We describe smiles, not how someone smiles: We often describe the *type* of smile (e.g., "a warm smile," "a mischievous smile") rather than how the person is smiling.

However, you can use adverbs to describe the manner of smiling:

* Warmly: "She smiled warmly at the child."

* Shyly: "He smiled shyly at the girl."

* Broadly: "He grinned broadly at the joke."

* Delightedly: "She smiled delightedly at the surprise."

* Sadly: "She smiled sadly as she recalled their memories."

You can also use phrases to modify "smile":

* With a smile: "He greeted her with a smile."

* A smile on her face: "He saw a smile on her face."

The best choice depends on the context and what you want to emphasize.

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