unkindly

Word parts

unkind + -ly

Adverb

Positive unkindly

Comparative more unkindly

Superlative most unkindly

1. When someone does something unkindly, the person does it in a mean, inconsiderate, heartless and cold-hearted manner.
   • Synonyms: rudely, ill-naturedly, heartlessly, cold-heartedly, malevolently, evilly and scornfully
   • Antonyms: considerately, good-heartedly, kindheartedly, kindly, warm-heartedly and sympathetically