leadingly

adv

Etymology: From leading + -ly.

1. In a way that leads; as a leading question.

   “"She has to be thin, correct?" Vijay's father continued, asking the question leadingly.”

   “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 quite a number of charges."”