uncouth — lacking good manners, refinement, or grace; awkward and unpolished in appearance or behavior
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lacking good manners, refinement, or grace; awkward and unpolished in appearance or behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈkuːθ/
Example Sentences
- The millionaire's son was surprisingly uncouth, burping loudly during the charity gala.
- Despite his wealth, his uncouth table manners revealed his humble origins.
- She found his uncouth jokes inappropriate for a wedding reception.
uncouth
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈkuːθ/]
lacking good manners, refinement, or grace; awkward and unpolished in appearance or behavior
His uncouth manners at the royal banquet made every noble gasp in shock.
Though uncouth in the booth, he speaks the truth!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'uncūth' meaning 'unknown' or 'unfamiliar.' The meaning evolved from 'unknown' to 'strange' to 'awkward and rude behavior.'
Breakdown
un- (not) + couth (known/familiar) - where 'couth' is related to 'can' and 'know'
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📝Examples
“The millionaire's son was surprisingly uncouth, burping loudly during the charity gala.”
“Despite his wealth, his uncouth table manners revealed his humble origins.”
“She found his uncouth jokes inappropriate for a wedding reception.”
“The professor was shocked by the student's uncouth response to constructive criticism.”
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