noun

rudeness

Rudeness (noun) means Impolite or disrespectful behavior. Example: “She was shocked by the rudeness of the customer.”

noun

Impolite or disrespectful behavior.

"She was shocked by the rudeness of the customer."

How to use rudeness

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In plain EnglishThe quality of being rude, or a specific rude act or comment.

rudenesses plural

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From Middle English rudenesse, equivalent to rude + -ness.

Origin: Middle English

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What does “rudeness” mean?

The word “rudeness” means impolite or disrespectful behavior. In plain terms, the quality of being rude, or a specific rude act or comment.

How do you use “rudeness” in a sentence?

Here is “rudeness” used in a sentence: “She was shocked by the rudeness of the customer.”

What part of speech is “rudeness”?

“Rudeness” is a noun.

What is the meaning of rudeness?

"rudeness" (noun) means impolite or disrespectful behavior.

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