unceremoniously
Americanadverb
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in a way that seems rudely abrupt or hasty; suddenly and without apology or explanation.
After settling our hotel bill we were unceremoniously thrown out without even a smile or a thank-you.
The waves were so strong that they lifted the steamer and unceremoniously dumped it a mile upriver from the estuary.
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without observing normal conventions or formalities; informally or casually.
Served unceremoniously on wax paper, this pool hall burger is a deliciously unpretentious bargain.
Etymology
Origin of unceremoniously
First recorded in 1750–60; unceremonious ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
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That changed in April 2023 when unknowing construction workers unceremoniously removed a disintegrating Pinky from its eyrie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
Clearly believing it was an act of gamesmanship and a delaying tactic, Brighton's Joel Veltman unceremoniously tried to drag Saka to his feet, prompting a push and an angry exchange.
From BBC ● Mar. 4, 2026
It was unceremoniously shelved, and the bold addition never saw the light of day.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 12, 2026
How would being unceremoniously locked out make you feel?
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 6, 2026
Hagrid’s chair was deserted too; Harry thought that perhaps he had not been able to face breakfast, but Snape’s place had been unceremoniously filled by Rufus Scrimgeour.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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