Tough-mindedly
adv
adv ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 In a tough-minded manner; lacking sentimentality.
"We do not owe greater help tender-mindedly out of pity for the weak, but tough-mindedly out of our interest in possible enlightenment by those receiving assistance."
Example
More examples"We do not owe greater help tender-mindedly out of pity for the weak, but tough-mindedly out of our interest in possible enlightenment by those receiving assistance."
Etymology
From tough-minded + -ly.
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