Definition

Rude or unfriendly in behavior; lacking good manners or politeness.

Example

His churlish remarks made everyone uncomfortable at the dinner party.

Conversation

Did you see how churlish he was during the meeting?

Yeah, it was surprising; I didn’t expect that from him.

I know, right? It's hard to believe someone can be so churlish over simple questions.

Definitely, it made the whole thing uncomfortable for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Churlish → It originates from the Old English word 'ceorl' (meaning a man of the lower class or a peasant) and the suffix '-ish' (meaning having the quality of). The word 'churlish' describes someone who has the qualities of a churl, often implying rudeness or ill-temper.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'churl' as someone from the lower class who may not have refined manners — that's why 'churlish' means having rude or ill-tempered qualities.

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