What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unceremoniously
Example
The company unceremoniously fired the employee without any warning. [unceremoniously: adverb]
Example
He unceremoniously dumped his dirty laundry on the floor. [unceremoniously: adverb]
ungraciously
Example
She ungraciously declined the invitation without giving any reason. [ungraciously: adverb]
Example
He ungraciously criticized her work in front of everyone. [ungraciously: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unceremoniously is more commonly used than ungraciously in everyday language. Unceremoniously is versatile and covers a wide range of negative actions, while ungraciously is more specific and typically used in more severe or extreme situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unceremoniously and ungraciously?
Both unceremoniously and ungraciously are associated with an informal and negative tone. However, ungraciously is more likely to be used in informal contexts, while unceremoniously can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
