ungraciously

Thân thiện

They accepted the award ungraciously, with stiff nods.

Definition

Adverb: * In a manner that is not polite, courteous, or graceful; rudely or awkwardly.

Usage

The adverb "ungraciously" describes how an action is performed. It modifies verbs to indicate that the action was done with a lack of grace, tact, or willingness. It often describes receiving something (like a gift or help) without showing thanks, or performing an action in a stiff, rude, or resentful way.

Examples

• She ungraciously accepted the award, barely making eye contact with the presenter.
• He muttered ungraciously when asked to help with the dishes.
• The invitation was declined ungraciously, leaving everyone feeling uncomfortable.

Advanced Usage

• "To accept/refuse something ungraciously": This is a common collocation highlighting a lack of gratitude or politeness when receiving or rejecting an offer.
  • Despite needing the money, he accepted the loan ungraciously.

Variants and Related Words

• Ungracious (adjective): Not polite or friendly; rude.
  • Her ungracious remarks spoiled the evening.
• Gracelessly (adverb): A close synonym, often interchangeable, though it can more strongly imply a physical lack of grace or elegance.
• Churlishly (adverb): A stronger synonym implying vulgar surliness and a mean-spirited lack of generosity.

Synonyms

• Rudely
• Impolitely
• Discourteously
• Churlishly
• Gracelessly

Antonyms

• Graciously
• Politely
• Courteously
• Gracefully
• Charmingly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. without grace; rigidly
   • they moved woodenly

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ungracefully
• gracelessly
• woodenly