boorish
/ˈbʊəɹɪʃ/
Group 9Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Rough and bad-mannered; coarse GRE
Example in Context
The diplomat's boorish behavior at the state dinner, including interrupting the host's toast, caused an international embarrassment.
Synonyms
rudecrudeuncouth
Etymology
Derived from 'boor', indicating a rough, uncivilized person.
- boor (Dutch) — peasant
Memory Aid
😴Sounds like “bore us”
The BOORISH man bored us to death with his crude jokes!
Visual Association
🤢A loud, rude person at a fancy dinner, spilling food everywhere and making guests cringe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “boorish” mean on the GRE?
boorish (adjective) means “Rough and bad-mannered; coarse”. The diplomat's boorish behavior at the state dinner, including interrupting the host's toast, caused an international embarrassment.
How to remember “boorish” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “boorish” sounds like “bore us”. The BOORISH man bored us to death with his crude jokes!
What are synonyms for “boorish”?
Common synonyms: rude, crude, uncouth.