1
as in disrespect
rude behavior
such rudeness will not be tolerated in this office
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2
as in crassness
the quality or state of lacking refinement or good taste
the rudeness of frontier life gradually diminished with time
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Recent Examples of rudeness
In making up for Basil's rudeness, and even wordlessly putting him in his place for it, Toby really is a mouse's best friend.
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Ew Staff, EW.com, 27 May 2025
Some parents worry that Alexa's high tolerance for rudeness instills poor behavior in their kids, according to Quartz.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
In many workplaces—where candor is praised but sometimes mistaken for rudeness—the line between authenticity and tact becomes incredibly thin.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Their silence comes off as rudeness, for which Betty rebukes them after dinner.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
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Ew Staff, EW.com, 27 May 2025
Some parents worry that Alexa's high tolerance for rudeness instills poor behavior in their kids, according to Quartz.
—Emily Forlini, PC Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025
In many workplaces—where candor is praised but sometimes mistaken for rudeness—the line between authenticity and tact becomes incredibly thin.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Their silence comes off as rudeness, for which Betty rebukes them after dinner.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rudeness
Noun
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Elizabeth’s reaction to the very public display of disrespect by her son is Emmy-worthy all on its own for Rashad.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
14 Aug. 2025
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While attempting to address the MTA’s anti-Israel agenda, Jewish guest speakers at board meetings faced blatant disrespect.—
Joanna Honig,
Boston Herald,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Swearing and vulgarity aren’t just crass or abusive.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
15 June 2025
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The fastidious formality of Monsieur Gustave H. exists right alongside his matter-of-fact vulgarity, a combination that Fiennes nails with astounding precision.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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“Rudeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rudeness. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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