Downright Mean is an expression used to describe someone who is very unkind and rude. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'ORNERY' (6 letters) and 'NASTY' (5 letters). Both words are used to describe someone who is unpleasant and difficult to deal with. ORNERY is an old-fashioned word that is used to describe someone who is bad-tempered, irritable, and cantankerous. NASTY is a more modern word that is used to describe someone who is cruel, offensive, and mean.