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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

ungentlemanly

/ˌʌŋˈdʒɛntlˌmænli/ adjective · British & US
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What does ungentlemanly mean?

adjective

Lacking the qualities of a gentleman, such as courtesy and respect; behaving in a rude or unrefined manner.

Example

"His ungentlemanly behavior towards the server was unacceptable."

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