Definitions

1. noun

a rustic or unsophisticated person, especially from the countryside

“The city boy was shocked by the bumpkin’s simple ways.”

2. noun

a person from a rural or backward area, often considered unsophisticated or uncultured

“The politician was accused of being a bumpkin for his lack of understanding of urban issues.”

3. noun

a rustic or country bumpkin, especially one of a type who was supposed to be a rustic fool or simpleton

“The playwright used a bumpkin as the main character in his comedy.”