adverb
- in a manner characterized by nodding; with a nodding motion or gesture
Usage: informal; often used to describe an action performed while nodding the head
Examples
- She greeted him noddingly as she passed by in the hallway.
- The teacher spoke noddingly to acknowledge each student's answer.
- He responded noddingly to the question, though he seemed uncertain.
- The audience listened noddingly, showing their agreement with the speaker.
- She accepted the invitation noddingly, without saying a word.