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Synonyms & Similar Words
coarsely
crudely
brusquely
curtly
bluntly
offhandedly
gruffly
brashly
harshly
unkindly
uncivilly
impolitely
discourteously
inconsiderately
thoughtlessly
carelessly
roughly
violently
abruptly
sharply
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testily
irritably
impatiently
intolerantly
insensitively
callously
heartlessly
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peevishly
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ill-temperedly
Meaning of Rudely
The primary meaning of "Rudely" is in a way that is rough, impolite, or unkind.
Definitions
- Used to describe behavior or speech that is offensively impolite or unkind
- Characterized by or showing a lack of refinement or culture
- Used to describe something that is done or said in a rough, unskilled, or ungentlemanly manner
Etymology of Rudely
The word "Rudely" comes from the Old French word "rude", meaning unskilled or rough, which is derived from the Latin word "rudis", meaning untrained or unskilled
Historically, the word has been used to describe behavior or speech that is considered impolite, unkind, or rough, and its meaning has evolved over time to include a range of connotations related to lack of refinement or culture
Example Uses
- The tourists were treated rudely by the hotel staff, which made their stay unpleasant
- He spoke rudely to the waiter, which embarrassed his friends
- The new employee was shocked by the rudely behaved customers on her first day
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
politely
kindly
gently
softly
quietly
calmly
peacefully
considerately
thoughtfully
carefully
gently
tactfully
diplomatically
courteously
civilly
respectfully
graciously
warmly
friendly
affably
genially
cordially
obligingly
helpfully
hospitably
generously