What does ruffianly mean?
Ruffianly means Like or having the qualities of a ruffian..
Ruffianly
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Like or having the qualities of a ruffian..
Definitions by Sense
- Like or having the qualities of a ruffian.
- In the manner of a ruffian.
Example Sentences
Joseph mumbled indistinctly in the depths of the cellar; but, gave no intimation of ascending; so, his master dived down to him, leaving me vis-à-vis the ruffianly bitch, and a pair of grim, shaggy sheep dogs, who shared with her a jealous guardianship over all my movements.
One righteous man who reverences the Gods Shall shipmate be with a ruffianly crew […]
By his side padded a big ruffianly collie, and he led by a string a miserable-looking terrier, at which the collie now and then snapped viciously.
Synonyms for ruffianly
Antonyms for ruffianly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more ruffianly
- most ruffianly
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for ruffianly?
Common synonyms include tough, violent.
What is the opposite of ruffianly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use ruffianly in a sentence?
Joseph mumbled indistinctly in the depths of the cellar; but, gave no intimation of ascending; so, his master dived down to him, leaving me vis-à-vis the ruffianly bitch, and a pair of grim, shaggy sheep dogs, who shared with her a jealous guardianship over all my movements.
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