Rudely: meaning, definitions and examples

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rudely

[ˈruːdli ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adverb}

inappropriate behavior

In a rude or impolite manner. Acting without consideration or respect for others' feelings or opinions.

Synonyms

brusquely, discourteously, impolitely, insolently.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
rudely	Appropriate when describing someone's behavior that is offensively impolite or lacking in manners. He rudely interrupted the conversation She rudely refused to answer the question
impolitely	Used to describe actions or words that are not polite or show poor manners, but not as harsh as being outright rude. He impolitely cut in line She impolitely ignored the greeting
discourteously	Appropriate in more formal situations to describe behavior that is lacking in courtesy, respect, or consideration for others. The guest was treated discourteously by the staff He replied discourteously to the invitation
brusquely	Used to describe someone speaking or acting in a short, terse, and somewhat unfriendly manner. It can sometimes feel abrupt but not necessarily intended to offend. The manager brusquely told the employees to get back to work She was brusquely directed to the other counter
insolently	Used when someone is being arrogantly disrespectful and showing a lack of respect clearly and boldly. This often carries a stronger negative connotation. The student answered the teacher insolently He looked at his boss insolently when asked to stay late

Examples of usage

She spoke rudely to the customer, which resulted in a complaint.
He rudely interrupted the meeting with his loud laughter.
Don't speak to your elders rudely, it's disrespectful.
The teacher scolded the student for behaving rudely in class.
I was shocked by how rudely he treated the waiter at the restaurant.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word 'rudely' comes from the Old French word 'rude', which means rough or harsh.
It was adopted into English in the 14th century, evolving to encompass not just rudeness but also a lack of manners or civility.

Cultural Interpretation

In many cultures, being rude disrupts social harmony and often leads to strong disapproval.
Different cultures have unique taboos regarding what is considered rude, such as eye contact or gestures.

Psychology

Rude behavior can suggest deeper issues, such as stress or insecurity.
Studies show that being on the receiving end of rudeness can negatively impact a person's mood and productivity.

Literature

Authors often use rudeness in characters to develop conflict or highlight deeper themes like loneliness or societal critique.
In Shakespeare's works, characters often display rudeness as a means of illustrating power dynamics and personal insecurity.

Pop Culture

Rudeness is a common trope in comedy, with characters often exaggeratedly impolite for comedic effect.
Reality television frequently showcases rude behavior, leading to discussions about social norms and boundaries.

Translations

Translations of the word "rudely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 grosseiramente

🇮🇳 रूखेपन से

🇩🇪 grob

🇮🇩 kasar

🇺🇦 грубо

🇵🇱 niegrzecznie

🇯🇵 無礼に (ぶれいに)

🇫🇷 grossièrement

🇪🇸 groseramente

🇹🇷 kabaca

🇰🇷 무례하게

🇸🇦 بوقاحة

🇨🇿 hrubě

🇸🇰 hrubo

🇨🇳 粗鲁地 (cūlǔ de)

🇸🇮 grobo

🇮🇸 gróft

🇰🇿 дөрекі

🇬🇪 უხეშად

🇦🇿 kobud şəkildə

🇲🇽 groseramente

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,210, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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16207 obliging
16208 unhappily
16209 consort
16210 rudely
16211 rinsed
16212 upsetting
16213 misty
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