Rude

Pronunciation: /ˈruːd/

Rude (adjective)

  1. Not showing respect or good manners to others.
  2. Causing a sudden and unpleasant surprise.
  3. Simple and not well made or finished.

Examples

  • He was rude to the waiter during dinner.
  • Being rude to customers can harm business.

Common collocations: rude remark, rude behavior, rude gesture, rude shock, rude awakening

Synonyms of Rude

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Rude

  • describing behavior
  • describing manners