Choose the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.
The uncouth behaviour of the participants was reported to the organisers.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → rude
Uncouth means rough and ill-mannered, lacking polish or good behaviour. The participants behaved so badly that it was reported to the organisers. Its synonym is rude.
Example: His uncouth remarks at dinner embarrassed the hosts.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) rude (answer) | impolite and lacking good manners (uncouth behaviour is rude behaviour) | It is rude to interrupt someone who is speaking. |
| (2) prompt | quick and without delay (it says nothing about manners) | Thank you for your prompt reply. |
| (3) social | relating to society or to meeting and mixing with people (it does not mean ill-mannered) | Dowry is a social evil. |
| (4) cultured | refined, well-mannered and well educated (the opposite of uncouth) | She comes from a cultured family of musicians. |
| Synonyms of uncouth: rude, boorish, coarse, crude Antonyms of uncouth: refined, cultured, polite, courteous Also asked in CUET (UG): uncouth – 07-06-2026 Slot 2, 31-05-2026 Slot 1, 24-05-2025 Slot 1, 19-05-2025 Slot 1 |