churl

/tʃɜrl/

Definitions

1. noun

a rude or surly person, especially a peasant or laborer who is insolent or disobedient; a person who is contemptibly mean or cowardly

“The churlish behavior of the coworker made the workplace unbearable.”

Synonyms

  • lout
  • ruffian

Antonyms

  • courteous person
  • gentleman