1. in a rough, uneven, or harsh manner
2. in a strong, tough, or sturdy manner
3. in a masculine or weathered attractive way
Usage: often describing physical appearance

Examples

• The mountains rose ruggedly against the sky.
• He was ruggedly handsome with his weathered face and strong jaw.
• The coastline stretched ruggedly for miles.
• The old truck was ruggedly built to handle rough terrain.
• She admired his ruggedly masculine appearance.
• The terrain was ruggedly beautiful but difficult to traverse.