uncousinly

/ˌʌnˈkʌsɪnli/ or /ˌʌnˈkʊsɪnli/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a manner characteristic of a distant or remote relative, especially an uncle or aunt; in a somewhat distant or uninterested manner.

“She spoke to her cousin in an uncousinly way, making him feel unwelcome at the family gathering.”

Synonyms

  • distantly
  • remotely

Antonyms

  • affectionately
  • intimately