Synonyms for
Rude
Definition
not polite; discourteous; impolite
Synonyms & similar words
natural
illbred
civil
uncivil
raw
badmannered
unmannered
yokelish
underbred
primitive
lowbred
illmannered
unmannerly
crude
bounderish
impolite
discourteous
uncivil
unmannerly
crude
vulgar
boorish
insolent
offensive
disrespectful
abrupt
blunt
brusque
curt
abusive
crass
uncultured
ill-mannered
impudent
inconsiderate
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- rude awakening
- rude gesture
- rude remark
- rude interruption
- rude health
- rude shock
- rude and crude
Word family
Usage note
While 'rude' can describe a lack of manners, it can also describe something abrupt or shocking, as in 'a rude awakening'. Be mindful of the context to convey the intended meaning.
Example sentences
- It is rude to interrupt others while they are talking.
- She was being rude to the waiter by yelling at him.
- He didn't say thank you, which was rude.
- It's rude to talk with your mouth full.
- It's rude to stare at people.
Quotes
Being rude is easy. It does not take any effort and is a sign of weakness and insecurity. Kindness shows great self-discipline and strong self-esteem. Being kind is not always easy when dealing with rude people. Kindness is a sign of a person who has done a lot of personal work and has come to a great self-understanding and wisdom. - Roy T. Bennett
Politeness is the flower of humanity. - Joseph Joubert
Tact is the art of making a point without making an enemy. - Isaac Newton