Definition

Not having good manners; behaving in a rude or impolite way.

Example

His unmannered behavior at the dinner table shocked everyone.

Conversation

Did you see how that guy acted at the party last night?

Yeah, he was so unmannered, it was embarrassing.

I know, right? It's hard to believe some people don't know how to behave.

Totally! A little politeness goes a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmannered → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "mannered" (from the root "manner" which comes from Old French *manière*, meaning way or method). The word "unmannered" means not having manners or lacking proper behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'way' or 'method' ('manner') of behaving — that's why unmannered means lacking proper behavior.

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