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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    brusquely curtly rudely bluntly harshly gruffly roughly sharply abruptly briefly snappishly testily irritably peevishly crossly crabbedly sullenly morosely gloomily dourly sourly tartly acidly caustically bitingly sarcastically cynically brashly coarsely crudely crudely unkindly ungentlely ungallantly discourteously impolitely inconsiderately thoughtlessly carelessly heedlessly brutally savagely ferociously violently aggressively belligerently pugnaciously contentiously disagreeably unpleasantly offensively unamiably affrontingly insultingly derisively mockingly tauntingly teasingly

    Meaning of Gruffly

    The primary meaning of the word "gruffly" is in a rough or harsh manner, often indicating a lack of politeness or friendliness.

    Definitions

    • Used to describe speech or behavior that is rough, harsh, or unfriendly in manner
    • Indicating a lack of polish or refinement in speech or demeanor
    • Suggesting a short-tempered or irritable disposition

    Etymology of Gruffly

    The word "gruffly" originates from the adjective "gruff," which is thought to have come from the Middle English word "gruffen," meaning to grumble or complain, with possible connections to the Old English word "grēofan," meaning to dig or burrow, and the Middle Low German word "grūven," meaning to grumble
    Historically, the term has been used to describe rough or harsh sounds, especially in the context of a person's voice, and has since expanded to encompass behavior and demeanor

    Example Uses

    • He spoke gruffly to the stranger, clearly not in the mood for conversation
    • The old man gruffly ordered his coffee, his gruff demeanor softening slightly as he waited for his drink
    • The teacher gruffly reminded the students to stay on task, her gruff tone a warning against further distraction

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    politely courteously kindly gently softly smoothly sweetly amiably affably cordially warmly friendly genially hospitably graciously considerately thoughtfully carefully heedfully tactfully diplomatically charmingly winsomely pleasantly agreeably delightfully cheerfully jovially affably approachably welcomingly invitingly

    Related Nouns

    roughness harshness gruffness brusqueness rudeness bluntness abruptness curtness grumble complaint growl snarl bark snap rebuke reproof reproach scolding reprimand admonition warning rebuff dismissal rejection refusal denial negation

    Related Verbs

    speak talk say tell utter express articulate communicate convey grumble complain growl snarl bark snap rebuke reprove reproach scold reprimand admonish warn rebuff dismiss reject refuse deny negate

    Related Adjectives

    rough harsh gruff brusque rude blunt abrupt curt short terse laconic concise brief summary unpolished unrefined coarse crude ungentle unkind impolite discourteous inconsiderate thoughtless careless heedless brutal savage ferocious violent aggressive belligerent pugnacious contentious disagreeable unpleasant offensive unamiable affronting insulting derisive mocking taunting teasing