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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 1churlish [BACK TO TOP]

Meaning:

Rude and boorish

Similar:

ungracious (lacking charm and good taste)


Sense 2churlish [BACK TO TOP]

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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