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ruggedly

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rug·ged  (rgd)
adj.
1. Having a rough irregular surface. See Synonyms at rough.
2. Having strong features marked with furrows or wrinkles: the rugged face of the old sailor.
3. Having a sturdy build or strong constitution: a rugged trapper who spent months in the wilderness.
4. Tempestuous; stormy: the rugged weather of the North Atlantic.
5. Demanding great effort, ability, or endurance: the rugged conditions of barracks life.
6. Lacking culture or polish; coarse and rude: rugged manners and ribald wit.
[Middle English, shaggy, of Scandinavian origin.]
rugged·ly adv.
rugged·ness n.
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Adv.1.ruggedly - in a rugged manner


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His face was ruggedly formed, but it looked like ashes--like something from which all the warmth and light had died out.
My Antonia by Cather, Willa View in context
All his journeys were ruggedly performed; for he was always steadfast in a purpose of saving money for Emily's sake, when she should be found.
David Copperfield by Dickens, Charles View in context
In vigorous reaction against the sometimes nerveless melody of most contemporary poets Donne often makes his verse as ruggedly condensed (often as obscure) and as harsh as possible.
A History of English Literature by Fletcher, Robert Huntington View in context
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