Meaning & use
Unceremonious
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Abrupt and lacking the formality or politeness usually expected.
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He was given an unceremonious exit from the company after just two weeks.
The meeting ended in an unceremonious rush when the fire alarm went off.
A note on using this word
Often paired with "exit," "departure," or "end" to describe something happening suddenly and without proper formality.
Words with a similar meaning
abruptcurt
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Words with an opposite meaning
ceremoniousformal
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