Impolitely: meaning, definitions and examples
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impolitely
[ ɪmˈpɒlətli ]
speak
In a rude or disrespectful manner; not showing good manners or courtesy.
Synonyms
discourteously, offensively, rudely.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| impolitely |
Use when someone is not displaying proper manners or respect, but not necessarily with a strong negative intention. It might be due to carelessness or lack of awareness.
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| rudely |
Best for describing actions that are straightforwardly disrespectful or impolite, often reflecting a lack of manners or consideration for others. The term is neutral to slightly negative.
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| discourteously |
This is suitable for situations where someone's actions show a deliberate lack of courtesy or respect. The behavior is more intentional than impolite acts.
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| offensively |
Use when someone's behavior is not only rude but also hurtful or insulting. This word is appropriate for strong negative intentions or when the actions are meant to provoke.
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Examples of usage
- He impolitely interrupted the speaker.
- She impolitely ignored his request.
- They impolitely criticized her work.
act
In a way that is not courteous or considerate of others; lacking in politeness.
Synonyms
crassly, disrespectfully, uncivilly.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| impolitely |
This word is suitable when someone is behaving with a lack of manners or politeness, especially in social settings. It is a general term for rude behavior.
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| uncivilly |
This word is suitable for describing a lack of societal norms and refined behavior, often in formal settings. It is similar to 'impolitely' but more formal.
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| disrespectfully |
This term is appropriate when the behavior shows a lack of respect towards someone or something. It can be used in both personal and professional contexts.
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| crassly |
Use this word when someone is acting in a way that shows gross insensitivity or a lack of refinement and intelligence. It often implies an element of vulgarity.
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Examples of usage
- He impolitely pushed past the line.
- She impolitely refused to share the information.
- They impolitely laughed at her mistake.
Translations
Translations of the word "impolitely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 grosseiramente
🇮🇳 असभ्यतापूर्वक
🇩🇪 unhöflich
🇮🇩 dengan kasar
🇺🇦 неввічливо
🇵🇱 niegrzecznie
🇯🇵 無礼に
🇫🇷 impoliment
🇪🇸 groseramente
🇹🇷 kaba bir şekilde
🇰🇷 무례하게
🇸🇦 بوقاحة
🇨🇿 nezdvořile
🇸🇰 nezdvorilo
🇨🇳 无礼地
🇸🇮 neprijazno
🇮🇸 ókurteislega
🇰🇿 дөрекі түрде
🇬🇪 უხეშად
🇦🇿 kobud şəkildə
🇲🇽 groseramente
Etymology
The word impolitely is derived from the word impolite, which dates back to the 18th century. The prefix 'im-' is used to indicate 'not', while 'polite' comes from the Latin 'politus' meaning 'polished' or 'refined'. Therefore, impolitely describes actions or behaviors that are not refined or courteous. Over time, the word has become commonly used to describe rude or disrespectful conduct.
See also: impolite, impoliteness, polite, politely, politeness.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,744, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.