rude
rude
Pronunciation
/ruːd/.
Here's a breakdown of the sounds:
/r/ - This is the same 'r' sound as in "red" or "run".
/uː/ - This is a long 'oo' sound, like in "moon" or "food".
/d/ - This is the same 'd' sound as in "dog" or "bed".
Word Form Variations
Rude (adjective): This describes someone's behavior.
comparative: ruder
superlative: rudest
adverb: rudely
noun: rudeness
Rudeness (noun): This is the state of being rude.
This is already singular.
plural: rudenesses (though this is rare, it can rfer to multiple instances of rude behavior)
Here's how they're used:
"He was rude." (adjective)
"She acted rudely." (adverb)
"His rudeness was unacceptable." (noun)
"The waiter experienced many rudenesses that day." (plural noun, uncommon)
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Adjective:
Definition: Showing a lack of respect for other people and their feelings; impolite or offensive.
Synonyms: impolite, discourteous, ill-mannered, disrespectful, inconsiderate, impertinent, insolent, saucy, cheeky, brash, abrupt, curt, brusque, uncivil
Antonyms: polite, courteous, respectful, considerate, well-mannered, civil, gracious
Adverb:
Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect for other people and their feelings.
Synonyms: impolitely, discourteously, disrespectfully, inconsiderately
Antonyms: politely, courteously, respectfully, considerately
Noun:
Definition: The quality of being impolite or offensive in behavior or language.
Synonyms: impoliteness, discourtesy, bad manners, impertinence, insolence, effrontery
Antonyms: politeness, courtesy, good manners, respect, civility
Examples in Sentences:
(Adjective): "It was rude of him to interrupt her while she was speaking."
(Adverb): He rudely shoved past the elderly woman to get to the front of the line."
(Noun): "The teacher reprimanded the student for his rudeness."
Examples of Use
Books:
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee: "Scout, you aren't old enough to understand some things yet, but there's been some high talk around town to the effect that I shouldn't do much about defending this man. It's a peculiar case—it won't come to trial until summer session. John Taylor was kind enough to give us a postponement... 'If you shouldn't be defendin' him, then why are you doin' it?' 'For a number of reasons,' said Atticus. 'The main one is, if I didn't I couldn't hold up my head in town, I couldn't represent this county in the legislature, I couldn't even tell you or Jem not to do something again.' 'You mean if you didn't defend that man, Jem and I wouldn't have to mind you any more?' 'That's about right.' 'Why?' 'Because I could never ask you to mind me again. Scout, simply by the nature of the work, every lawyer gets at least one case in his lifetime that affects him personally. This one's mine, I guess. You might hear some ugly talk about it at school, but do one thing for me if you will: you just hold your head high and keep those fists down. No matter what anybody says to you, don't you let 'em get your goat. Try fighting with your head for a change... it's a good one, even if it does resist learning.' 'Atticus, are we going to win it?' 'No, honey.' 'Then why—' 'Simply because we were licked a hundred years before we started is no reason for us not to try to win,' Atticus said." (Lee, 1960) - In this passage, Atticus addresses the rudeness and prejudice Scout might encounter due to his decision to defend Tom Robinson.
Newspapers:
The New York Times: "President Trump lashed out at Prime Minister Theresa May of Britain on Tuesday, accusing her of rudely rebuking him and bungling Brexit..." (New York Times, July 10, 2018) - This headline describes a diplomatic incident where President Trump perceived a comment by Theresa May as disrespectful.
Online Publications:
BBC News: "A woman has been fined for rude behaviour after she was caught on camera spitting at a bus driver." (BBC News, August 22, 2019) - This article reports on an incident where a woman was penalized for her unacceptable behavior.
Entertainment:
The movie "Mean Girls": The character Regina George is known for her rude and manipulative behavior towards others, exemplifying teenage social aggression.
General Public Discourse:
Everyday conversations: "It's rude to talk with your mouth full." or "Don't be rude to the cashier." These common phrases demonstrate how the word is used to discourage impolite behavior.
10 Famous Quotes Using Rude
"A rude tongue is the only edge tool that grows keener with constant use." – Washington Irving
"Rude words bring regret, but kind words open doors." – Unknown
"A rude person’s actions often reflect their own struggles, not your worth." – Unknown
"Being rude is easy; being kind requires strength." – Unknown
"Better to be silent and thought a fool than to speak rudely and remove all doubt." – Abraham Lincoln
"A rude awakening is often the beginning of true wisdom." – Unknown
"Rudeness is the weak person’s imitation of strength." – Eric Hoffer
"No one is rude by accident; it is always a choice." – Unknown
"Rude people will test your patience, but don’t let them change your character." – Unknown
"Politeness is the art of choosing among one’s real thoughts, while rudeness is choosing not to think at all." – Madame de Staël
Etymology
Imagine a time long ago, before fancy tools and smooth surfaces were common. Back then, things were often rough and unfinished. That's where the word "rude" comes from!
It started with the Latin word "rudis," which meant "rough, raw, or unrefined." Think of a raw piece of wood compared to a finely carved statue. The wood is "rudis" – it hasn't been shaped or polished yet.
This word traveled from Latin to Old French, becoming "rude" or "ruide." It still meant rough or crude, but it also started to describe people's behavior. Someone who was "rude" was unpolished in their manners, like that rough piece of wood.
Around the 14th century, "rude" hopped over to English. The first recorded use was in a poem called the "Northern Passion," where it described rough ground. But soon, it was mainly used to describe people who were impolite or lacked social graces.
So, "rude" started out meaning rough and unfinished. Over time, it evolved to describe people who act in a rough, unpolished way, lacking the smoothness of good manners. It's like they haven't been "smoothed out" by social skills and consideration for others!
Phrases + Idioms Containing Rude
Commonly Used:
Rude awakening: This refers to a sudden realization of an unpleasant truth. (e.g., "Failing that test was a rude awakening about my study habits.")
Less Common but Established:
Rude health: Ironically, this means being very healthy and strong. (e.g., "He's in rude health for an 80-year-old.")
Rude boy: Originating in Jamaican culture, this refers to a rebellious or troublemaking youth.
Phrases with Synonyms:
(Impudent) as brass: Describes someone bold and disrespectful.
(Insolent) little whippersnapper: Refers to a young person who's disrespectful to elders.
(Discourteous) to a fault: Excessively polite, to the point of being annoying.
(Ill-mannered) lout: A clumsy and rude person.
Original Phrases:
Rude gesture: A non-verbal action indicating disrespect (e.g., flipping someone off).
Rude word: An offensive or swear word.
Rude stare: A prolonged look that conveys disapproval or judgment.
Why "Rude" is Less Idiomatic:
Directness: "Rude" is straightforward, leaving less room for figurative meaning.
Negative Connotation: Idioms often have playful or ironic elements, while "rude" is purely negative.
Modern Usage: Some idioms are older, while "rude" in its social sense solidified more recently.
This blend hopefully provides a good overview of how "rude" appears in phrases, despite its limitations in idiom formation.
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Source Information
Definition of rude from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
