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Definition of rudely adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

rudely

adverb
 
/ˈruːdli/
 
/ˈruːdli/
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  1. in a way that shows a lack of respect for other people and their feelings
    • They brushed rudely past us.
    • ‘What do you want?’ she asked rudely.
    • He waved her rudely away.
  2. in a way that is sudden, unpleasant and unexpected
    • I was rudely awakened by the phone ringing.
See rudely in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary
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