rude (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ruːd/

Definition

Lacking good manners or politeness; offensive in speech or conduct.

Examples

• It was rude of him to interrupt the speaker.

• Her rude comment made everyone uncomfortable.

• Please don't be rude to your elders.

How to Use rude

rude to someone (prepositional phrase)

Behaving impolitely towards a person. — "It's not nice to be rude to people who are trying to help you."

rude of someone (prepositional phrase)

Describing an action as impolite when done by a specific person. — "It was rude of him to leave without saying goodbye."

Synonyms of rude

Words with a similar meaning to rude:

• impolite
• disrespectful
• insolent
• churlish

Antonyms of rude

Words with the opposite meaning to rude:

• polite
• courteous
• considerate

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