Uncivilly: meaning, definitions and examples

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uncivilly

 

[ ˌʌnˈsɪv.əl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behaving in a rude or impolite manner

Acting in an uncivil or discourteous way towards others, showing a lack of respect or consideration.

Synonyms

discourteously, impolitely, rudely

Examples of usage

  • He spoke uncivilly to the waiter, demanding his order be brought immediately.
  • She was shocked by how uncivilly her colleague treated the new intern.
  • Don't behave uncivilly towards your neighbors, it's important to maintain good relationships.
  • I can't believe he would act so uncivilly at a formal event like that.
  • Even in a heated argument, there's no excuse for speaking uncivilly.

Translations

Translations of the word "uncivilly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incivilmente

🇮🇳 असभ्यतापूर्वक

🇩🇪 unhöflich

🇮🇩 tidak sopan

🇺🇦 неввічливо

🇵🇱 niegrzecznie

🇯🇵 無礼に

🇫🇷 de manière incivile

🇪🇸 incivilmente

🇹🇷 medeniyetsizce

🇰🇷 무례하게

🇸🇦 بوقاحة

🇨🇿 neurvale

🇸🇰 nezdvorilo

🇨🇳 粗鲁地

🇸🇮 neprijazno

🇮🇸 ókurteisislega

🇰🇿 әдепсіз

🇬🇪 უხეშად

🇦🇿 ədəbsizcə

🇲🇽 incivilmente

Etymology

The word 'uncivilly' is derived from the Middle English word 'uncivil', which originated from the Old French word 'incivil' meaning 'not civil'. The concept of civility has been a part of human society for centuries, with expectations of polite and respectful behavior towards others. Uncivil behavior is often seen as a breach of social norms and can lead to conflict and tension in interpersonal relationships.