different between questioning vs questioningly

English

Etymology

question +? -ing

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /?kw?st???n??/
• Hyphenation: ques?tion?ing

Noun

questioning (plural questionings)

1. The action of asking questions; a survey; an inquiry.
2. The act of challenging, wondering and doubting.
3. Interrogation.

Derived terms

• line of questioning

Translations

Adjective

questioning (not generally comparable, comparative more questioning, superlative most questioning)

1. Characterized by questions, inquisitiveness, doubt or wonder.

2. (LGBT) Unsure of one's sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Verb

questioning

1. present participle of question

English

Etymology

questioning +? -ly

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /?kw?st??n??li/

Adverb

questioningly (comparative more questioningly, superlative most questioningly)

1. In a questioning manner.
   • 2014, Carol Golembiewski, The Projection Room (page 140)

     Ricky nodded, but it was clear his mind worked overtime to assess his situation. He looked around in quick nervous glances. “Fine. Do I get my hands untied?”
     Baker looked questioningly at Bruce, who nodded “yes” to him […]