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unsportingly

/ʌnˈspɔː.tɪŋ.li/

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adverb

/ʌnˈspɔː.tɪŋ.li/B2formalsport
  • ruНаречие, означающее «нечестно, неблагородно или неуважительно по отношению к правилам игры или спорта». Описывает поведение, нарушающее дух честной игры или спортивного мастерства.

An adverb meaning "in a manner that is not fair, generous, or respectful of the rules of a game or sport." It describes behavior that violates the spirit of fair play or sportsmanship.

  1. In an unsportsmanlike mannerB2formal

    Acting in a way that violates the principles of fair play, respect, and courtesy in sports or competition.

    ruНеспортивно

    • He unsportingly refused to shake hands after the match.
    • The player unsportingly taunted the opponent after scoring.
    • She unsportingly argued with the referee over every call.

    Synonymsdishonorablyfoullyunethicallyunfairlyunscrupulously

    Antonymsfairlysportingly

Forms
  • more unsportingly comparative form
  • most unsportingly superlative form