adj
Uncommon
rustic
RUHS-tihk
Rustic (adj) means having a simple, rural charm; countrified in style. Example: “The cabin had a rustic feel with its exposed wooden beams and stone fireplace.”
adj
1
Having a simple, rural charm; countrified in style.
"The cabin had a rustic feel with its exposed wooden beams and stone fireplace."
"They chose rustic furniture to match the farmhouse aesthetic."
2
Plain, rough, or unrefined in finish.
"The bread had a rustic, uneven crust that made it look homemade."
noun
1
A person from the countryside, especially one seen as unsophisticated.
"The city visitors looked down on the rustics they met at the market."
How to use rustic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCountry-style, simple, and a little rough around the edges — usually used approvingly for décor, food, or buildings.
When to use it
When applied to people rather than things, "rustic" can sound condescending — it implies unsophisticated rather than just rural.
Common pairings
rustic charm
rustic decor
rustic wooden table
rustic setting
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Word forms
- Plural
- rustics
- Comparative
- more rustic
- Superlative
- most rustic
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Etymology
From Latin rusticus, "of the countryside," from rus, "country" or "farmland."
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What does “rustic” mean?
The word “rustic” means having a simple, rural charm; countrified in style. In plain terms, country-style, simple, and a little rough around the edges — usually used approvingly for décor, food, or buildings.
How do you pronounce “rustic”?
“Rustic” is pronounced RUHS-tihk (/ˈɹʌstɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “rustic” in a sentence?
Here is “rustic” used in a sentence: “The cabin had a rustic feel with its exposed wooden beams and stone fireplace.”
What part of speech is “rustic”?
Depending on how it is used, “rustic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “rustic” come from?
The word “rustic” comes from Latin. From Latin rusticus, "of the countryside," from rus, "country" or "farmland.".
Is “rustic” a common word?
“Rustic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “rustic” have?
“Rustic” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a simple, rural charm; countrified in style.
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