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rudely

adv.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɹudɫi// UK //ɹˈuːdli// rude·ly

adv. in a way that is impolite or shows no respect for other people. You use this when someone behaves badly or talks to you in an unfriendly way.

adv. in an impolite or disrespectful manner. Often used to describe behavior that violates social norms or shows a lack of consideration for others.


SIMPLE

He rudely interrupted me when I was speaking.

CONTEXTUAL

The customer rudely pushed past the queue to get to the front of the shop.

COMPLEX

The diplomat was criticized for rudely dismissing the ambassador's concerns, which damaged the fragile relations between the two nations.

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From Middle English rudely, rudeliche, equivalent to rude + -ly.

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