Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
country-bumpkin
noun
/ˈkʌntri ˈbʌmpkɪn/
Definition
A country-bumpkin is a person from a rural area who is perceived as unsophisticated or lacking social graces.
Examples
- Despite his country-bumpkin demeanor, he had a heart of gold.
- She felt like a country-bumpkin when she visited the big city for the first time.
Meaning
The term often refers to someone who is unfamiliar with city life and may behave in a naive or clumsy manner.
Synonyms
- hick
- rube
- hayseed
- yokel
