backwoodsy

/ˈbækˌwʊdzi/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of backwoods, especially in being unsophisticated or rustic.

“The backwoodsy town was a haven for artists and musicians seeking a more simple way of life.”

2. adverb

in a backwoods manner or to a rustic degree.

“She spoke in a backwoodsy dialect, which was hard to understand for the city dwellers.”

Synonyms

  • country
  • hick
  • rustic

Antonyms

  • sophisticated
  • urban