unceremonious

adjective

ˌən-ˌser-ə-ˈmō-nē-əs How to pronounce unceremonious (audio)
Definition of unceremoniousnext
1
as in abrupt
being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner my polite request was met with an unceremonious refusal

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2
as in informal
not rigidly following established form, custom, or rules her unceremonious approach to her hosting duties puts party guests immediately at ease

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Recent Examples of unceremonious It’s been a month since the Detroit Red Wings’ season came to an unceremonious ending. — Max Bultman, New York Times, 20 May 2026 In some ways, even that unceremonious dismissal is an acknowledgement that managers do matter. — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 15 May 2026 Billie’s mission to become an expert barrel racer ends with an unceremonious fall in the arena. — Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 12 May 2026 Riley sails on, prow forward, fighting to avoid the Imagination’s unceremonious fate, not quitting, not wishing to be retired, but battling time. — Greg Cote april 28, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unceremonious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unceremonious
  1. abrupt
  2. informal
  3. blunt
  4. unconventional
  5. short
Adjective
  • An abrupt sidebar with Kyle confirms that the reasons are diabolically political.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Following the abrupt closure of Philadelphia’s University of the Arts in 2024, the development and design firm Scout purchased Furness Hall and Haviland Hall (formerly Hamilton Hall) buildings on campus, rebranding them as Village of Industry & Art.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 14 Aug. 2026
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  • The informal miners go into the mines to look for leftover deposits to sell.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Lionsgate, home to Rambo, The Hunger Games, and John Wick, has been fielding informal interest for some time, Semafor reported earlier this year, as activists eye the potential takeover target.
    — Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of informal
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  • Prosecutors said Thursday that investigators encountered evidence of a violent physical struggle inside the home and that preliminary evidence indicated both victims suffered blunt-force trauma.
    — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • As to whether a renovation like the one proposed at 705 Woodruff Place was in alignment with the city’s UDO, Peugh was blunt.
    — Diamy Wang August 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 Aug. 2026
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  • Despite the unconventional nature, both Ray J and Brown likely walked away with significant earnings from the Zeus Promotions event.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • After using unconventional tactics, such as water-dropping helicopters, LAFD crews knocked down the fire and returned the property to Lineage for cleanup.
    — Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of unconventional
Adjective
  • Despite her openness about those trials, many still wonder, in the aftermath of her death, how yet another gifted actor who grew up in the limelight could have their story cut so short.
    — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Perhaps better health and shorter assignments will help Cabrera harness his high-end velocity and create greater separation between his fastball and a unique changeup.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
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