Basic Details
Word: Rude
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Not polite; saying or doing things that are disrespectful or offensive.
Synonyms: Impolite, disrespectful, ill-mannered
Antonyms: Polite, courteous, respectful
Idioms and Phrases
- Rude awakening: A shocking or unpleasant surprise. Example: "She had a rude awakening when she realised she had missed the deadline for her project."
- Rude behaviour: Actions that show a lack of good manners. Example: "Burping loudly at the table is considered rude behaviour during dinner."
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is rude to interrupt others when they are speaking.
Example 2: He received a scolding for being rude to his teacher.
Example 3: She thought it was rude to ignore the people who were trying to talk to her.
Fun Fact
The word "rude" comes from the Latin word "rudis," which means "rough" or "unrefined." It originally described someone who was uncultivated or lacking good manners.
Famous Quote
"Politeness is a sign of dignity, not subservience. Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less." C.S. Lewis
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "rude" mean?
a) Very polite
b) Not polite
c) Kind and gentle
d) Quiet and shy
Answer: b) Not polite
2. Which of these is a synonym of "rude"?
a) Respectful
b) Courteous
c) Ill-mannered
d) Kind
Answer: c) Ill-mannered
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "rude"?
a) Rude
b) Impolite
c) Polite
d) Disrespectful
Answer: c) Polite
4. Which sentence uses "rude" correctly?
a) She was rude by helping her friend with homework.
b) It was rude of him to speak loudly during the movie.
c) He was rude when he offered compliments.
d) The kind gesture was very rude.
Answer: b) It was rude of him to speak loudly during the movie.
5. What does the idiom "rude awakening" mean?
a) A lovely surprise
b) A pleasant evening
c) A shocking or unpleasant surprise
d) A quiet morning
Answer: c) A shocking or unpleasant surprise
