abrasively

adv — 2 senses

abrasively

adv

UK /əˈbɹeɪ.sɪv.li/

Etymology From abrasive + -ly.

1

In an abrasive manner; in a rude and unkind manner; acting in a way that may hurt other people's feelings.

2

Hardly; roughly; in a rough manner.

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