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ill-mannered


Meanings
  • adjective

    Lacking courtesy or good manners; rude.


Synonyms

bad-mannered
Rhymes
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unmannered , manneredly , dismanner , mannerly , ganderly
Variants
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ill-mannered
Etymology
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The word 'ill-mannered' is formed by combining the prefix 'ill-' meaning not or opposite, and the word 'mannered' which refers to having good breeding or social graces.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'ill-mannered' was first used in English during the late 15th century.

  2. In some cultures, being 'ill-mannered' is seen as a sign of strength or independence, rather than a negative trait.


Related Concepts
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  1. rudeness: A related concept to 'ill-mannered' is rudeness, which refers to a lack of politeness or consideration for others.

  2. impoliteness: Another related concept is impoliteness, which is similar to rudeness but may also include failing to follow social norms or expectations.


Culture
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In literature, 'ill-mannered' characters often serve as comic relief or as a cautionary tale of the consequences of poor behavior. In art, 'ill-mannered' animals or creatures may represent chaos or disorder. In music, a song with an 'ill-mannered' beat may be described as having a rough or aggressive sound.

How to Memorize "ill-mannered"

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    - To memorize 'ill-mannered', imagine a person or animal behaving in a rude or disrespectful way. Visualize the specific actions or behaviors that make them 'ill-mannered'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'ill-mannered' with the feeling of discomfort or unease that comes from being around someone who lacks good manners or social graces.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Ill-mannered Ills: Ill-behaved, Ill-tempered, Ill-spoken'


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