Impolite

/ˌɪmpəˈlaɪt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not having or showing good manners; rude.

It is considered impolite to interrupt someone while they are speaking.

Lacking in courtesy or respect; offensive.

His impolite remarks during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.

Discourteous or disrespectful in behavior or speech.

She found it impolite when he didn't say thank you after receiving help.

Early 19th century from in- 'not' + polite.

biting the hand that feeds you

Being ungrateful or disrespectful to someone who helps you.

the pot calling the kettle black

Being hypocritical about someone else's faults while having the same faults.

rudeness

The quality of being rude.

insult

A disrespectful or scornfully abusive remark.

disrespect

Lack of respect or courtesy.

Being a jerk

He's such a jerk for not saying thank you.

Being a snob

She acts like a snob when she talks down to others.