Rude Synonyms
94 rude synonyms include ill-mannered, bad-mannered, impolite, discourteous, impertinent, insolent, impudent, cheeky, audacious, and presumptuous. Rude is an adjective, and its antonyms are polite, civil, and chivalrous. Here are some additional synonyms for "rude" with example sentences.
Another word for Rude
94 other ways to say rude.
1. ill-mannered
- unpleasant
- unmannerly
- unladylike
- ungracious
- ungentlemanly
- ungallant
- undiplomatic
- underbred
- uncomplimentary
- uncivil
- unchivalrous
- uncharitable
- tactless
- short
- sharp
- presumptuous
- offhand
- offensive
- mannerless
- malapert
- insulting
- insolent
- impudent
- impolite
- impertinent
- ill-mannered
- ill-bred
- graceless
- disrespectful
- disparaging
- discourteous
- disagreeable
- derogatory
- curt
- crass
- contumelious
- churlish
- cheeky
- brusque
- brash
- blunt
- bad-mannered
- audacious
- abusive
2. vulgar
- vulgar
- tasteless
- suggestive
- spicy
- smutty
- saucy
- salacious
- risqué
- ribald
- raunchy
- racy
- offensive
- off colour
- obscene
- nudge-nudge
- near the knuckle
- naughty
- lewd
- indelicate
- indecorous
- in bad taste
- improper
- gamy
- fruity
- filthy
- dirty
- crude
- colourful
- coarse
- broad
- blue
- bawdy
- adult
3. abrupt
4. primitive
- simple
- rudimentary
- rough and ready
- rough-hewn
- rough
- primitive
- makeshift
- crude
- basic
Use rude in a Sentence
Don’t be rude to others.
His comment was incredibly rude.
She was rude to everyone.
That behavior is considered rude.