kurzerhand
Translation
without further ado, summarily, promptly
Examples
Er wurde kurzerhand entlassen.
He was summarily dismissed.
Sie entschied kurzerhand, mitzukommen.
She decided without further ado to come along.
Grammar Patterns
((Adverb)) Modifies a verb He kurzerhand decided to stay home.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sofort, unverzüglich, prompt; Antonyms: zögerlich (hesitantly), langsam (slowly)
Etymology
From 'kurz' (short) and 'Hand' (hand). Literally 'with a short hand', implying a quick, direct action without delay.
Memory Tips
Imagine making a decision with a quick, short wave of the hand, dismissing any further discussion.