churlhood

/ˈtʃɝrlhuːd/

Definitions

1. noun

the state or period of being a churl; a state of being rude or surly

“His churlhood was a result of his difficult childhood.”

2. noun

the quality of being a churl; a tendency to behave in a rude or surly manner

“The churlhood of his behavior made it hard to be around him.”

Synonyms

  • ruffianism
  • surlyness

Antonyms

  • courtesy
  • politeness