The meaning of RUDE is being in a rough or unfinished state : crude. How to use rude in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Rude.

Some common synonyms of rude are crude, raw, and rough. While all these words mean "lacking in social refinement," rude implies ignorance of or indifference to good form; it may suggest …

RUDE definition: 1. not polite; offensive or embarrassing: 2. relating to sex or going to the toilet: 3. sudden…. Learn more.

Rude describes a type of behavior that isn't appropriate and usually isn't very nice, either — like yelling "You stink!" at a children's talent show.

The taxi driver told the court he was complaining he had lost money and was "rude, drunk and unsteady".

Rude is used to describe words and behaviour that are likely to embarrass or offend people, because they relate to sex or to body functions.

1. insulting or uncivil; discourteous; impolite: he was rude about her hairstyle.

having or showing a lack of respect for other people and their feelings synonym impolite a rude comment/remark He started swearing and using rude words. There’s no need to be rude! I find …

Origin of Rude Middle English from Old French unrefined, harsh from Latin rudis in a natural state, crude, ignorant From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition From …

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