unceremoniously
|un-cer-e-mon-i-ous-ly|
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/ˌʌnsəˈrɛməˌmoʊniəsli/
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/ˌʌnsəˈrɛməˌməʊniəsli/
(unceremonious)
not formal; abrupt
Etymology
'unceremoniously' originates from English, specifically from the adjective 'unceremonious' combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'; 'unceremonious' is formed from the prefix 'un-' + 'ceremonious'.
'ceremonious' comes via Middle English from Old French 'ceremonie' (from Latin 'ceremonia'); 'unceremonious' developed by adding the negative prefix 'un-' to 'ceremonious', and the adverbial suffix '-ly' was later added to form 'unceremoniously'.
Initially, 'ceremonious' related to 'ceremony' (formal ritual); 'unceremonious' originally meant 'not ceremonial' and over time 'unceremoniously' has come to be used broadly for actions done without ceremony or with brusque/rude abruptness.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a blunt, abrupt, or informal manner; without the usual rituals, polite formalities, or ceremony.
He was unceremoniously removed from the meeting after interrupting repeatedly.
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Adverb 2
in a rude or dismissive way, showing little respect or consideration for conventions or people's feelings.
She unceremoniously hung up the phone when she realized it was a sales call.
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Last updated: 2025/10/19 00:52