Unfriendlily: meaning, definitions and examples
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unfriendlily
[ ʌnˈfrɛndli ]
manner of behavior
Unfriendlily describes a manner of behavior that is unfriendly, hostile, or unwelcoming. It indicates a lack of warmth or friendliness in one’s actions or demeanor.
Synonyms
coldly, hostilely, ungraciously
Examples of usage
- She smiled unfriendlily at the suggestion.
- He spoke unfriendlily when asked for help.
- The unfriendlily atmosphere made everyone uncomfortable.
Translations
Translations of the word "unfriendlily" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desamistosamente
🇮🇳 दुश्मनी से
🇩🇪 unfreundlich
🇮🇩 tidak ramah
🇺🇦 недружньо
🇵🇱 nieprzyjaźnie
🇯🇵 非友好的に
🇫🇷 de manière hostile
🇪🇸 de manera hostil
🇹🇷 düşmanca
🇰🇷 적대적으로
🇸🇦 بشكل عدائي
🇨🇿 nepřátelsky
🇸🇰 nepriateľsky
🇨🇳 不友好地
🇸🇮 neprijazno
🇮🇸 óvinveitt
🇰🇿 досымсыз
🇬🇪 დაუმეგობრებლად
🇦🇿 dost olmayan
🇲🇽 de manera hostil
Word origin
The word 'unfriendlily' is derived from the adjective 'unfriendly,' which itself comes from the word 'friend.' The prefix 'un-' denotes negation, while 'friend' comes from the Old English 'freond,' meaning 'to love' or 'to support.' The suffix '-ly' is used to form adverbs from adjectives. Thus, 'unfriendlily' essentially means 'in a way that is not friendly.' Historically, the concept of friendship has evolved, reflecting cultural values and norms regarding companionship and social bonds. The unfriendliness may indicate various social dynamics, such as rivalry or competition, which have existed throughout human history.