Ungraciously Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations
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ungraciously
[สnหษกreษชสษsli ]
Definition
manner of behavior
Ungraciously refers to behaving in a rude, ungrateful, or unkind way. It describes an action that lacks generosity or politeness, often indicating a degree of disdain or contempt.
Synonyms
disrespectfully, ingratitude, rudely, uncourteously.
Examples of usage
- She received the compliment ungraciously, rolling her eyes.
- He ungraciously accepted the criticism without apology.
- They left the party ungraciously, making a scene.
- The athlete ungraciously dismissed the interviewer's questions.
Translations
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Origin of 'ungraciously'
The word 'ungraciously' is derived from the root word 'gracious', which originates from the Latin word 'gratius', meaning 'gratitude' or 'grace'. In Middle English, it transformed to 'graciouse', which referred to showing kindness or favor. The prefix 'un-' means 'not', so 'ungracious' implies the absence of grace or kindness. The adverbial form 'ungraciously' was formed by adding '-ly', a common suffix for turning adjectives into adverbs in English. It came into common use in the early modern period, embodying the complexities of social interactions and expectations of courtesy, especially in aristocratic or formal contexts. Today, it captures the nuance of a negative or dismissive attitude in response to kindness or generosity.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #35,878, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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