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uncouthness

Translations

uncouthnessnoun

uncouthnesses

Usually uncountable; may take a plural in reference to separate acts of uncouth behaviour.

grossièretéQualité d’une personne ou d’un comportement manquant de raffinement et de bonnes manières.

His uncouthness was evident at the formal dinner, where he spoke loudly and chewed with his mouth open.

Sa grossièreté était évidente lors du dîner officiel, où il parlait fort et mâchait la bouche ouverte.

Additional translations

grossièretéActe ou propos grossier; emploi rare au pluriel.

Synonyms

ill-mannered behavior

uncouthnessnoun

The quality or state of being lacking in refinement, sophistication, or good manners.

His uncouthness was evident at the formal dinner, where he spoke loudly and chewed with his mouth open.

A rude or vulgar act; a specific instance of uncouth behaviour.

The uncouthnesses he displayed at the reception stunned the other guests.