adverb
B1
Intermediate
rudely
ROOD-lee
Rudely (adverb) means In an impolite or disrespectful way. Example: “He rudely cut in line ahead of everyone.”
adverb
1
In an impolite or disrespectful way.
"He rudely cut in line ahead of everyone."
How to use rudely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDone impolitely, without regard for others' feelings.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more rudely
- Superlative
- most rudely
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He _____ cut in line ahead of everyone.
Etymology
From Middle English rudely, rudeliche, equivalent to rude + -ly.
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Rhymes for rudely
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What does “rudely” mean?
The word “rudely” means in an impolite or disrespectful way. In plain terms, done impolitely, without regard for others' feelings.
How do you pronounce “rudely”?
“Rudely” is pronounced ROOD-lee (/ˈɹuːdli/ in IPA).
How do you use “rudely” in a sentence?
Here is “rudely” used in a sentence: “He rudely cut in line ahead of everyone.”
What part of speech is “rudely”?
“Rudely” is an adverb.
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