rude

Definition

  • adj. socially incorrect in behavior
  • adj. (of persons) lacking in refinement or grace
  • a lacking civility or good manners
  • adj. (used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes
  • adj. belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness

Word forms

Comparative
ruder
Superlative
rudest

Example sentences

  1. a.

    His rude behavior at the dinner table shocked everyone.