hick
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for hick, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An unsophisticated or unfashionable person from the countryside, often used disparagingly.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
From "Hick," an old pet form of the name Richard, which became a generic nickname for an unsophisticated country fellow.
Full origin of hick →Frequently asked questions
What does “hick” mean?
The word “hick” means an unsophisticated or unfashionable person from the countryside, often used disparagingly. In plain terms, a dismissive slang word for someone seen as unrefined or old-fashioned because they're from a rural area.
How do you pronounce “hick”?
“Hick” is pronounced hihk (/hɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “hick” in a sentence?
Here is “hick” used in a sentence: “The city slickers mocked him as a hick fresh off the farm.”
What part of speech is “hick”?
“Hick” is a noun.
