unceremoniousness
/'ʌn,seri'mounjəsnis/
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The manager's unceremoniousness was evident when he abruptly ended the meeting.
Definition
- Noun:
- The quality or state of being unceremonious: It refers to a manner that is informal, casual, or without the formalities, rituals, or polite conventions typically expected in a situation.
- Directness or abruptness in manner: It can also imply a blunt, straightforward, or even brusque way of acting or speaking, disregarding customary courtesies.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The unceremoniousness of the small gathering made everyone feel relaxed. (The informal quality of the small gathering made everyone feel relaxed.)
- He was taken aback by the unceremoniousness of her dismissal. (He was surprised by the abrupt, informal manner of her dismissal.)
Advanced Usage
"with unceremoniousness": in a manner characterized by informality or abruptness.
- He stated his opinion with a refreshing unceremoniousness. (He stated his opinion in a refreshingly informal and direct manner.)
"the unceremoniousness of it all": referring to the overall informal or abrupt nature of an event or situation.
- I was struck by the unceremoniousness of it all; there was no speech, just a simple handshake. (I was struck by the overall informality; there was no speech, just a simple handshake.)
Variants and Related Words
Unceremonious (adj): informal, casual, or abrupt in manner.
- His unceremonious entrance interrupted the meeting. (His casual and abrupt entrance interrupted the meeting.)
Ceremoniousness (n): The quality of being formal and observant of ceremony or etiquette. (This is the direct antonym.)
- The ceremoniousness of the state dinner was impressive. (The formality of the state dinner was impressive.)
Synonyms
- Informality: Lack of formality or ceremony.
- Casualness: Relaxed and unconcerned attitude.
- Abruptness: Sudden and curt manner.
- Brusqueness: Blunt or offhand manner.
Antonyms
- Ceremoniousness: Formality.
- Formality: Adherence to convention or ceremony.
- Politeness: Courteous and respectful behavior.
The manager's unceremoniousness was evident when he abruptly ended the meeting.
Noun
- an unceremonial manner