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    Boorish

    /ˈbʊrɪʃ/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Rude, ill-mannered, and unsophisticated.
    His boorish behavior at the dinner party embarrassed his friends.
    Lacking refinement or cultivation; crude.
    She found his boorish comments about art to be quite distasteful.
    Uncultured or unpolished in manner.
    The boorish treatment of the guests made them feel unwelcome and uncomfortable.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'boor', meaning 'rural laborer' or 'peasant'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    boorish behavior
    Actions that are rude or ill-mannered.
    a boorish attitude
    An outlook that lacks refinement or courtesy.

    Related Words

    boor
    A crude or ill-mannered person.
    boorishness
    The quality of being boorish.

    Slang Meanings

    A way to describe someone as a total jerk.
    Don't be such a boor; learn to be polite.
    Used to refer to someone who is hopelessly uncultured.
    He's a complete boor when it comes to art appreciation.