Caddishly: meaning, definitions and examples
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caddishly
[ ˈkædɪʃli ]
manner of behavior
Caddishly refers to behaving in a deceitful, dishonest, or unchivalrous manner, often in a way that is disrespectful or dismissive towards others. It is derived from the noun 'cad', which describes a man who behaves dishonorably, especially toward a woman.
Synonyms
deceitfully, dishonorably, sneakily.
Examples of usage
- He caddishly ignored her feelings.
- His caddishly remarks were not appreciated.
- She found his caddishly attitude off-putting.
Translations
Translations of the word "caddishly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descaradamente
🇮🇳 बदतमीज़ी से
🇩🇪 gemein
🇮🇩 dengan kejam
🇺🇦 підло
🇵🇱 podle
🇯🇵 卑怯に
🇫🇷 lâchement
🇪🇸 cobardemente
🇹🇷 korkakça
🇰🇷 비겁하게
🇸🇦 بشكل جبان
🇨🇿 zbaběle
🇸🇰 zbabnilo
🇨🇳 卑鄙地
🇸🇮 podožno
🇮🇸 ræfillega
🇰🇿 қорқақтықпен
🇬🇪 ბოროტად
🇦🇿 cəsarətsiz
🇲🇽 cobardemente
Etymology
The word 'caddishly' originates from the mid-19th century, stemming from the noun 'cad' which was used to describe a man who behaves in a dishonorable way, particularly in relation to women. The term 'cad' itself is believed to have originated as an abbreviation of 'cadet', a term that historically referred to a younger son or a younger person in training for the military. Over time, it shifted in meaning, taking on more negative connotations related to a lack of ethics or gallantry in interpersonal behavior. As a result, 'caddishly' emerged to describe actions or behaviors reflecting that dishonor. The evolution of this term speaks to societal expectations of decorum and respect, and how they shift with changing cultural norms.