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- US Pronunciation
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- [uh-brey-siv, -ziv]
- /əˈbreɪ sɪv, -zɪv/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [uh-brey-siv, -ziv]
- /əˈbreɪ sɪv, -zɪv/
Definitions of abrasively word
- adverb abrasively in an abrupt manner 3
- noun abrasively any material or substance used for grinding, polishing, etc., as emery, pumice, or sandpaper. 1
- adjective abrasively tending to abrade; causing abrasion; abrading. 1
- adjective abrasively tending to annoy or cause ill will; overly aggressive: an abrasive personality. 1
- noun abrasively In an abrasive manner; in a rude and unkind manner; acting in a way that may hurt other people's feelings. 1
- adverb abrasively Hardly; roughly; in a rough manner. 0
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Origin of abrasively
First appearance:
before 1870 One of the 26% newest English words
1870-75; < Latin abrās(us) (see abrasion) + -ive
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Parts of speech for Abrasively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
abrasively popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
abrasively usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for abrasively
adverb abrasively
- harshly — ungentle and unpleasant in action or effect: harsh treatment; harsh manners.
- roughly — having a coarse or uneven surface, as from projections, irregularities, or breaks; not smooth: rough, red hands; a rough road.
- brusquely — abrupt in manner; blunt; rough: A brusque welcome greeted his unexpected return.
- aggressively — characterized by or tending toward unprovoked offensives, attacks, invasions, or the like; militantly forward or menacing: aggressive acts against a neighboring country.
- unfeeling — not feeling; devoid of feeling; insensible or insensate.
Antonyms for abrasively
adverb abrasively
- gently — kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
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