unmannerly
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ʌnˈmænərli/
KK: /ʌnˈmænərli/
adjective
Definition
Behaving in a rude or impolite way, lacking proper manners or etiquette.
Example
His unmannerly behavior at the dinner table shocked everyone.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more unmannerly
Superlative: most unmannerly
Conversation
Did you see how that guy acted at the party last night?
Yeah, he was really unmannerly — totally rude to everyone.
I can't believe some people don't know how to behave.
Exactly! It's frustrating when they think it's okay to be so disrespectful.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
rude
impolite
boorish
Antonyms
polite
courteous
refined
adverb
Definition
In a way that shows a lack of good manners or politeness.
Example
He spoke to her unmannerly, which surprised everyone at the dinner.
Conversation
Did you see how he behaved at the party last night?
Yeah, it was totally unmannerly of him to interrupt everyone.
I know, right? It made the whole thing so awkward.
Root Explanation
Unmannerly → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "mannerly" (from Middle English "manerly", meaning having good manners or behaving in a socially acceptable way). The word "unmannerly" means not behaving in a socially acceptable or polite manner.
Memory Tip
Think of 'not' ('un-') behaving in a 'mannerly' way — that's why 'unmannerly' describes someone who is rude or impolite.
Visually Confused Words
mannerly