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rudeness
ˈruːdnəs
[ˈruːdnəs]
impolite behaviour
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The quality of being disrespectful or bad-mannered.
Example
His rudeness shocked the other guests.
His rudeness shocked the other guests.
Etymology
From 'rude', from Latin 'rudis' meaning 'rough, unformed', plus '-ness'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names disrespectful or impolite conduct.