rudeness
noun/ˈrudnəs/
Frequency rank: #14,250 most common English word
Meaning
behavior that is impolite or offensive toward others.
Example sentence
His rudeness at the dinner table made everyone feel uncomfortable.
Synonyms & related words
- impoliteness
- disrespect
- discourtesy
- insolence
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