Uncouth

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈkuːθ/

Definitions of uncouth

adjective lacking good manners, refinement, or grace

Example Sentences

A1 The uncouth man burped loudly at the dinner table.

A2 She felt uncomfortable around his uncouth behavior.

B1 The uncouth language used in the movie made some viewers uncomfortable.

B2 Despite his uncouth appearance, he was actually quite well-mannered.

C1 The uncouth remarks made by the politician caused a public outcry.

C2 Her uncouth behavior at the gala was a source of embarrassment for her family.

Examples of uncouth in a Sentence

formal His uncouth behavior at the formal dinner party was quite embarrassing.

informal I can't believe how uncouth he was acting at the movie theater.

slang She's always been a bit uncouth, but we love her anyway.

figurative The uncouth storm raged on, destroying everything in its path.

Grammatical Forms of uncouth

• past tense: uncouthed
• plural: uncouths
• comparative: more uncouth
• superlative: most uncouth
• present tense: uncouth
• future tense: will be uncouth
• perfect tense: have been uncouth
• continuous tense: being uncouth
• singular: uncouth
• positive degree: uncouth
• infinitive: to be uncouth
• gerund: uncouthing
• participle: uncouthed

Origin and Evolution of uncouth

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'uncouth' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'uncūth' meaning unknown or strange.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'uncouth' shifted from simply meaning unknown or strange to also include being rude, uncultured, or socially awkward.