mannerless
Adjective: "Mannerless" describes a person or behavior that lacks good manners, politeness, or social grace. It characterizes someone who is rude, uncouth, or fails to follow conventional rules of etiquette.
- (The child showed no politeness or respect for others.)
- (His rude comments violated social norms.)
- (His lack of courtesy while waiting in line was inappropriate.)
"mannerless brute": an intensified expression for a person who is extremely rude or uncivilized.
- He acted like a mannerless brute, pushing past everyone without apology. (He behaved in a very coarse and impolite way.)
"mannerless age": a poetic or critical phrase describing a historical period or society characterized by widespread rudeness.
- Critics lamented the mannerless age, where common courtesy seemed forgotten. (They complained about a time when politeness was rare.)
Manner (n): a way of doing something; social conduct.
- She has a gentle manner. (Her way of behaving is soft and kind.)
Mannered (adj): having or showing a particular style or way of behaving (often neutral or positive).
- He is well-mannered. (He has good social conduct.)
Mannerism (n): a habitual gesture or way of speaking.
- His nervous mannerism of tapping his foot was distracting. (His repeated foot-tapping habit was noticeable.)
- Rude: impolite or offensive in behavior.
- Ill-bred: lacking good upbringing or refinement.
- Uncouth: lacking good manners, refinement, or grace.
- Disrespectful: showing a lack of respect or courtesy.
- Polite: having or showing good manners.
- Well-mannered: behaving in a socially acceptable way.
- Courteous: polite, respectful, and considerate.
"No manners at all": a phrase emphasizing a complete lack of politeness.
- He has no manners at all; he didn't even say thank you. (He is completely mannerless.)
"Manners maketh man": a proverb meaning that good manners define a person's character.
- Remember, manners maketh man; being mannerless will not earn you respect. (Good social conduct is essential for being respected.)