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downright in German

downright in German is geradezu — downright means thoroughly or absolutely — used to intensify an adjective.

downright in German

geradezu
adv
Completely, wholly.

What does "downright" mean?

  1. adverb Thoroughly or absolutely — used to intensify an adjective.
    "That comment was downright rude."
  2. adjective Direct and plain in manner or speech.
    "He gave a downright answer with no hedging."

downright in a sentence

  • That comment was downright rude.
  • The plan is downright dangerous.
  • He gave a downright answer with no hedging.

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What is "downright" in German?

"downright" in German is geradezu. downright means: Thoroughly or absolutely — used to intensify an adjective.

How do you use "downright" in a sentence?

Example: "That comment was downright rude." In German, "downright" is geradezu.

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