Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

impolite

Adjective
/ˈɪm.pəˌlaɪt/
Definition
Not having or showing good manners; rude.
Examples
  • It was impolite of him to interrupt while she was speaking.
  • Being impolite at the dinner table can offend your guests.
  • She found his impolite behavior unacceptable in social settings.
Meaning
Behaving in a way that is disrespectful or discourteous toward others.
Synonyms
  • rude
  • discourteous
  • insolent
  • offensive
  • impudent