impolite
3 antonyms and opposites of impolite, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Not polite; rude or lacking in good manners.
Antonyms
How to use impolite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
impolite to
considered impolite
Etymology
From Latin impolitus, formed from im- ("not") + polite.
Full origin of impolite →Frequently asked questions
What does “impolite” mean?
The word “impolite” means not polite; rude or lacking in good manners. In plain terms, rude or bad-mannered.
How do you pronounce “impolite”?
“Impolite” is pronounced ihm-puh-LYT (/ɪmpəˈlaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “impolite” in a sentence?
Here is “impolite” used in a sentence: “It's impolite to interrupt someone while they're speaking.”
What is the opposite of “impolite”?
The opposite of “impolite” — its antonyms — are debonair, polite and suave.
What part of speech is “impolite”?
“Impolite” is an adjective.
Where does the word “impolite” come from?
The word “impolite” comes from Latin. From Latin impolitus, formed from im- ("not") + polite.