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CHURLISH

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Dictionary entry overview: What does churlish mean?

• CHURLISH (adjective)
The adjective CHURLISH has 2 senses:

1. rude and boorish
2. having a bad disposition; surly

Familiarity information: CHURLISH used as an adjective is rare.

Dictionary entry details

• CHURLISH (adjective)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

Rude and boorish

Similar:

ungracious (lacking charm and good taste)

Sense 2

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Meaning:

Having a bad disposition; surly

Context example:

churlish as a bear

Similar:

ill-natured (having an irritable and unpleasant disposition)

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