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unkindly Synonyms
Another word for unkindly
Choosing another word for unkindly depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In an unkind, harsh, or inconsiderate manner.
Usage Example
"She spoke harshly to the new assistant during the morning meeting."
Strongest
harshly
Strong
cruelly
inconsiderately
unsympathetically
callously
coldly
meanly
spitefully
• adverb (Context 2)
Unfavorably or with displeasure or resentment (especially in the phrase 'take unkindly to').
Usage Example
"The committee took unfavorably to the sudden changes in the project schedule."
Strongest
unfavorably
Strong
badly
poorly
resentfully
• adjective (Context 3)
Unkind, harsh, or unfavorable in nature or character.
Usage Example
"The travelers sought shelter from the unkind winter winds blowing across the moor."
Strongest
unkind
Strong
harsh
inconsiderate
unsympathetic
unfavorable
inclement
Opposites of unkindly
The opposite of unkindly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
kindly
kind
favorably
gentle
considerately
compassionately
gently
benevolent
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unkindly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unkindly