leadingly
In a way that leads; as a leading question.
Adverb
- In a way that leads; as a leading question.
- "She has to be thin, correct?" Vijay's father continued, asking the question leadingly. - 2002, Ajay A. Patel, Arranged Love, page 70:
- The only snag in the proceedings occurred when the prosecution cross-examined Allison: the defense objected vigorously when the state leadingly asked if it was true that Milam had "been charged and pleaded guilty on...
Origin
From leading + -ly.