churlish — rude in a mean-spirited and surly way; deliberately unfriendly
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: rude in a mean-spirited and surly way; deliberately unfriendly
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/
Example Sentences
- The waiter's churlish attitude ruined our romantic dinner.
- Don't be so churlish - just say 'thank you' like a normal person!
- His churlish reply to the compliment was simply 'whatever.'
churlish
ADJECTIVE[/ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/]
rude in a mean-spirited and surly way; deliberately unfriendly
The waiter was churlish, slamming the plates down without a word.
Behind her girlish looks lies a churlish heart!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'ceorl' meaning a free peasant or farmer, which evolved through Middle English 'churl'. Originally neutral, it gradually took on negative connotations of rudeness and bad manners associated with perceived lack of refinement among common folk.
Breakdown
churl (peasant, common person) + -ish (having the quality of)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The waiter's churlish attitude ruined our romantic dinner.”
“Don't be so churlish - just say 'thank you' like a normal person!”
“His churlish reply to the compliment was simply 'whatever.'”
“The churlish customer complained about everything on the menu.”
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