bluffly

An archaic adverb meaning 'in a blunt, frank, or rough manner,' often associated with a hearty or abrupt style of speech or behavior. It is derived from the adjective 'bluff' and is rarely used in modern English.

• 🇷🇺Устаревшее наречие, означающее 'прямо, откровенно или грубовато', часто ассоциирующееся с сердечным или резким стилем речи или поведения. Происходит от прилагательного 'bluff' и редко используется в современном английском языке.

1. In a blunt direct manner C1 formal

   In a way that is abrupt, frank, and straightforward, often without concern for politeness.

   • He answered bluffly, not caring about the consequences.
   • She spoke bluffly to the committee, stating her opinion without hesitation.
   • The manager addressed the issue bluffly, leaving no room for misunderstanding.

   🇷🇺Прямолинейно

   Synonyms: abruptlybluntlybrusquelycurtlyforthrightlyfranklyoutspokenlyplainlytactlessly

   Antonyms: diplomaticallyindirectlypolitelysmoothlysubtlytactfully

• more bluffly comparative form
• most bluffly superlative form