Synonyms for

Rube

Verb / ru:b / Another word for rube — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A 'rube' is a word used to describe someone who is unsophisticated or inexperienced.

Synonyms & similar words

yokel hayseed bumpkin yahoo chawbacon hick hick bumpkin hayseed yokel rustic greenhorn novice simpleton innocent naïve hillbilly clod fool dunce dork dweeb boor idiot numskull

Example sentences

  1. The rube was amazed by the tall buildings in the city.
  2. Don't be such a rube, it's just a magic trick.
  3. The rube wore overalls and a straw hat.
  4. The city kids made fun of the rube's accent.
  5. Grandpa was a rube until he moved to the big city.

Quotes

  • We're not a bunch of rubes, we know the score.
  • Life is too short to be the rube of someone else's game.
  • Don't let them treat you like a rube, stand up for yourself.

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