callously

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Adverbial callously has 1 sense

callously, unfeelingly - in a callous way; "he callously exploited their feelings"
Derived from adjective callous₁

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Term: Callously

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In a callous or unfeeling manner

Callously is an adverb that describes an action or behavior carried out in an insensitive or uncompassionate manner. It indicates a lack of concern or empathy towards others.

Example Sentence:

Despite her friend's loss, she callously continued to talk about her own achievements.

Part of Speech: Adjective - Local usage

Sense 1: Characteristic of a specific region or locality, with a callous or unfeeling attitude

In certain regions or localities, callously can be used as an adjective to describe something with a callous or unfeeling attitude specific to that particular area.

Example Sentence:

The callously attitude towards poverty in our town is disheartening.