Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uncouth
Adjective
/ʌnˈkuːθ/
Definition
Uncouth describes someone or something that is awkward, clumsy, or lacking good manners.
Examples
- His uncouth behavior at the dinner party embarrassed everyone.
- She found his uncouth remarks to be very inappropriate.
- The uncouth manner in which he spoke revealed his lack of education.
Meaning
The term often implies a lack of sophistication or cultural refinement.
Synonyms
- Awkward
- Unrefined
- Uncivilized
- Clumsy
- Rude
