Cool MateRude
UK /["/ruːd/"]/US /["/ruːd/"]/
Definition
having or showing a lack of respect for other people and their feelings
In simple words: Not polite or friendly.
Examples
- It was rude of him to interrupt the speaker.
- She found his rude comments very offensive.
- The rude behavior of the child shocked everyone at the party.
- It would be rude to not say thank you.
- Sometimes, kids can be rude without realizing it.
Usage notes
Use 'rude' when someone behaves disrespectfully. Avoid in formal settings; use 'discourteous' instead.
Grammar pattern
rude + to + person
Memory hint
Think of 'rude' as 'rude dude'—imagine a guy being disrespectful to others.
Collocations
- appear
- be
- feel
- extremely
- fairly
- very
- about
- to
Synonyms
- impolite
- primitive
Antonyms
- polite
- courteous
- respectful
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'crude'; both imply negativity but 'crude' also suggests vulgarity.
- Overusing 'rude' in formal writing; consider more specific terms.
- Assuming 'rude' can only describe words; it can also apply to behavior.