uncivilly
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a rude, impolite, or discourteous manner: The word "uncivilly" describes an action performed without courtesy, respect, or good manners. It implies behavior that violates social norms of politeness.
Examples of Usage
- Adverb:
- He spoke uncivilly to the customer service representative. (He spoke to the representative in a rude and disrespectful way.)
- They were asked to leave the restaurant after behaving uncivilly. (Their impolite behavior led to them being asked to leave.)
- She felt hurt because he had answered her question so uncivilly. (The discourteous manner of his reply caused her emotional pain.)
Advanced Usage
- Legal/Formal Contexts: While often used in everyday situations, "uncivilly" can appear in more formal writings or discussions about conduct.
- The witness was admonished for responding uncivilly to the prosecutor's questions.
- Contrast with "Civilly": Used to explicitly highlight the absence of civil behavior.
- A debate should be a contest of ideas, not an opportunity to address one's opponent uncivilly.
Variants and Related Words
- Uncivil (adjective): Not polite; rude.
- His uncivil remarks created a tense atmosphere.
- Incivility (noun): Rude or discourteous behavior.
- The meeting was marked by incivility and personal attacks.
- Civilly (adverb): In a polite and courteous manner. (Antonym)
- Despite their disagreement, they discussed the issue civilly.
Synonyms
- Rudely
- Discourteously
- Impolitely
- Disrespectfully
Antonyms
- Civilly
- Politely
- Courteously
- Respectfully
Related Phrases/Idioms
(Note: "Uncivilly" itself is not commonly used in fixed idioms. The related noun "incivility" is more frequent in such expressions.) - A breach of civility: A specific act of rude behavior. - His interruption was seen as a serious breach of civility.
Adverb
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in an uncivil manner
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he treats his former wife uncivilly
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