adverb
- in a manner characterized by foolish or meaningless chatter
Usage: somewhat archaic
Examples
- He spoke pratingly about topics he knew nothing about.
- She continued pratingly, unaware that no one was listening.
- The politician answered pratingly, avoiding the real question.
- They chatted pratingly over coffee, filling the silence with empty words.
- He went on pratingly about his weekend plans.
- She responded pratingly to every serious comment.