impolite
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
In 1917, during World War I, Weber detected an upsurge of irrationality that suggested sociology cannot master religion—the return of the ancient gods as disenchanted “impersonal forces,” notably in the impolite social form of politics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
It seems imprudent, even impolite, not to advise against joining the herd.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 20, 2025
Older adults were more likely than younger adults to consider it impolite to curse out loud, visibly display profanity or wear headphones or earbuds while talking to someone in person.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2025
In Japan, where there are strict cultural norms around public behaviour, talking on the phone while on a train is considered impolite and it is strongly discouraged.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2025
And people think you’re being impolite if you fall asleep and start to snore, or scratch yourself in public.
From "Bunnicula" by Deborah Howe and James Howe
Vocabulary lists containing impolite
Florida's B.E.S.T. Common Prefixes: in-, im-, il-, ir-
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
im-
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
im-
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
