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DISCOURTEOUS

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Showing no courtesy; rude

Example:

a distant and at times discourteous young

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

abrupt (surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner)

brusk; brusque; curt; short (marked by rude or peremptory shortness)

caddish; unchivalrous; ungallant (offensively discourteous)

unceremonious (without due formalities)

Also:

disrespectful (exhibiting lack of respect; rude and discourteous)

Attribute:

courtesy; good manners (a courteous manner)

Antonym:

courteous (characterized by courtesy and gracious good manners)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Lacking social graces

Synonyms:

discourteous; ungracious

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

impolite (not polite)

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