impoliteness
/ˌɪmpəˈlaɪtnəs/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌɪmpəˈlaɪtnəs/ (ame, ipa)
impoliteness — noun
1. behaviour or remarks that go against what is socially considered polite, often b
behaviour or remarks that go against what is socially considered polite, often by ignoring common courtesies such as saying please, thank you, or waiting for others to finish speaking.
The neighbours were offended by the impoliteness of Wei's refusal to greet them.
uncountable noun with 'the impoliteness of'
Fatima was surprised by the impoliteness of the man who pushed past her without a word.
Amina sent a thank-you card because she worried that silence might seem like impoliteness.
Any impoliteness toward staff will not be tolerated, the headteacher warned the students.
Kenji's mother taught him that interrupting others while they speak counts as impoliteness.
- rudeness
Stronger and more direct; implies deliberate offensiveness rather than a mere lack of courtesy.
- discourtesy
A more formal synonym; focuses on the breach of expected polite behaviour.
- disrespect
Emphasises a lack of respect for a person or their position; stronger in tone.
- incivility
Highly formal; often used in academic or workplace contexts about general social rudeness.
- politeness
The direct opposite; behaviour that follows social rules of courtesy.
- courtesy
Emphasises considerate, gracious behaviour toward others.
- civility
Formal politeness and good manners in social interaction.
文法句型
usually uncountable; countable when referring to a specific act
用法筆記
Usually uncountable; the countable form (an impoliteness / impolitenesses) is rare and refers to a specific rude remark or action. More formal than rudeness.