unceremonious
pronunciation
How to pronounce unceremonious in British English: UK [ˌʌnˌserəˈməʊniəs]
How to pronounce unceremonious in American English: US [ˌʌnˌserəˈmoʊniəs]
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- Adjective:
- without ceremony or formality
- without due formalities
Word Origin
- unceremonious (adj.)
- 1580s, from un- (1) "not" + ceremonious. Related: Unceremoniously.
Example
- 1. The dinner was a relaxed , unceremonious occasion .
- 2. His unceremonious departure , dismissal , removal , etc.
- 3. On the stage , you could make an unceremonious presentation .
- 4. An abrupt and unceremonious dismissal .
- 5. She treated him with unceremonious friendliness .