unkindly
Definition
- Adverb:
- In an unkind manner; without kindness or sympathy: Describes an action performed with a lack of warmth, consideration, or compassion.
Usage
- The adverb "unkindly" modifies verbs to describe an action is performed. It indicates the action is done with unkindness.
- It is typically used in formal or written contexts. In everyday speech, phrases like "in a mean way" or "not kindly" are more common.
Examples
- Adverb:
- She spoke unkindly to the waiter, which made everyone uncomfortable.
- He was treated unkindly by his peers when he first moved to the school.
- "Don't look at me so unkindly," she pleaded.
Advanced Usage
- "to not take something unkindly": To not be offended by a remark or action.
- I hope you won't take my criticism unkindly; I only want to help.
Variants and Related Words
- Unkind (adjective): Not kind, considerate, or sympathetic.
- It was an unkind thing to say.
- Unkindness (noun): The state or quality of being unkind; an unkind act.
- She was shocked by his unkindness.
Synonyms
- Harshly: In a severe, cruel, or unkind manner.
- Cruelly: In a way that causes pain or suffering.
- Meanly: In a nasty, spiteful, or unkind way.
- Unsympathetically: Without sympathy or compassion.
Antonyms
- Kindly: In a kind, warm-hearted, or gentle manner.
- Compassionately: In a way that shows sympathy and concern for others.
- Gently: In a mild, kind, or soft manner.
Adjective
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lacking in sympathy and kindness
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Adverb
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in an unkind manner or with unkindness
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The teacher treats the children unkindly
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