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rudeness

noun rude·ness

Definition of RUDENESS

1

: the quality or state of being rude

2

: a rude action

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First Known Use of RUDENESS

14th century

Related to RUDENESS

Synonyms: dis (also diss) [slang], discourteousness, disrespect, disrespectfulness, impertinence, impertinency, impoliteness, impudence, incivility, inconsiderateness, inconsideration, insolence, discourtesy, ungraciousness

Antonyms: civility, considerateness, consideration, courtesy, genteelness, gentility, graciousness, politeness, politesse, thoughtfulness

Rhymes with RUDENESS

crudeness, lewdness, nudeness, shrewdness

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