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 (from the Old English uncuth, unknown or strange). The participants behaved so badly that it was reported to the organisers.
Example: His uncouth remarks at dinner embarrassed the hosts. - Rude means impolite and lacking good manners. Uncouth behaviour is rude behaviour, so rude is the synonym.
Example: It is rude to interrupt someone who is speaking.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: prompt — Incorrect. Prompt means quick and without delay; it says nothing about manners.
Example: Thank you for your prompt reply.
Option 3: social — Incorrect. Social means relating to society or to meeting and mixing with people; it does not mean ill-mannered.
Example: Dowry is a social evil.
Option 4: cultured — Incorrect. Cultured means refined, well-mannered and well educated, which is the opposite of uncouth.
Example: She comes from a cultured family of musicians.
| Synonyms (Uncouth) | Antonyms (Uncouth) |
|---|---|
| rude | refined |
| boorish | cultured |
| coarse | polite |
| crude | courteous |
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| uncouth | 31-05 S1 07-06 S2 | 19-05 S1 24-05 S1 | – | – | – |