Choose the correct antonym for the word -UNCOUTH from the given options:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Distinguished
- Uncouth means rude and rough in manners; lacking refinement. (In Old English it meant "unknown, strange", and later "awkward".)
Example: His uncouth behaviour at the dinner embarrassed his hosts. - Distinguished means dignified and refined in manner or appearance, and respected. A distinguished person has the polish and good manners that an uncouth person lacks, so it is the antonym.
Example: A distinguished scientist was the chief guest at the function.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: Awkward — Incorrect. Awkward means clumsy, lacking grace or ease; it is close to uncouth, so it is a synonym, not an antonym.
Example: He gave an awkward bow and sat down.
Option 2: Vulgar — Incorrect. Vulgar means crude, rude and lacking good taste; it is a synonym of uncouth.
Example: The comedian was criticised for his vulgar jokes.
Option 4: Inelegant — Incorrect. Inelegant means lacking grace, style or polish; it too is close in meaning to uncouth.
Example: The report was written in an inelegant style.
| Synonyms (Uncouth) | Antonyms (Uncouth) |
|---|---|
| vulgar | distinguished |
| inelegant | refined |
| awkward | polished |
| crude | cultured |
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| uncouth | 22-05 S2 31-05 S1 | 19-05 S1 24-05 S1 | – | – | – |