Ungracious — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-ˈgrā-shəs/ un·gra·cious

Meaning & Definition of Ungracious

Ungracious (adjective)

  1. wicked
  2. not courteous, rude
  3. not pleasing, disagreeable

Ungracious (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. showing a lack of manners or consideration for others

    "we were taken aback by our aunt's ungracious reply to the invitation we had sent her"

    similar: discourteous, disrespectful, ill-bred, ill-mannered, impertinent, impolite, inconsiderate, rude, thoughtless, uncalled-for, uncivil, unhandsome, unmannered, unmannerly
    related: arch, audacious, bold, bold-faced, brash, brassy, brazen, cheeky, fresh, impudent, insolent, lippy, sassy, saucy, shameless, boorish, caddish, churlish, clownish, loutish, uncouth, vulgar, abrupt, blunt, brusque, crusty, curt, gruff, sharp, snippety, snippy, antisocial, crabbed, cross, disagreeable, grumpy, sullen, surly, improper, incorrect, indecent, indecorous, unseemly, arrogant, bumptious, conceited, haughty, high-handed, imperious, peremptory, pompous, presumptuous, pretentious, supercilious, superior
    opposite: civil, considerate, courteous, genteel, gracious, mannerly, polite, thoughtful, well-bred
    near: humble, meek, modest, unassertive, deferential, dutiful, respectful, submissive, yielding, acceptable, appropriate, becoming, befitting, correct, decent, decorous, fit, fitting, good, meet, proper, respectable, right, seemly, suitable, affable, cordial, friendly, genial, hospitable, sociable, felicitous, graceful, chivalrous, courtly, gallant, ceremonious, elegant, refined

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ungracious

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ungracious:

discourteous, disrespectful, ill-bred, ill-mannered, impertinent, impolite, inconsiderate, rude, thoughtless, uncalled-for, uncivil, unhandsome, unmannered, unmannerly

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ungracious

Words with the opposite meaning of Ungracious:

civil, considerate, courteous, genteel, gracious, mannerly, polite, thoughtful, well-bred

Related Words for Ungracious

arch, audacious, bold, bold-faced, brash, brassy, brazen, cheeky, fresh, impudent, insolent, lippy, sassy, saucy, shameless, boorish, caddish, churlish, clownish, loutish, uncouth, vulgar, abrupt, blunt, brusque, crusty, curt, gruff, sharp, snippety

Near Antonyms of Ungracious

humble, meek, modest, unassertive, deferential, dutiful, respectful, submissive, yielding, acceptable, appropriate, becoming, befitting, correct, decent, decorous, fit, fitting, good, meet, proper, respectable, right, seemly, suitable, affable, cordial, friendly, genial, hospitable

Word Forms of Ungracious

Derived words: ungraciously (adverb), ungraciousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Ungracious

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Ungracious

What does "Ungracious" mean?

"Ungracious" means wicked. As an adjective, it is defined as: wicked.

What is another word for "Ungracious"?

Other words for "Ungracious" include discourteous, disrespectful, ill-bred, ill-mannered, impertinent, impolite, inconsiderate and rude. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ungracious" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ungracious"?

There are 69 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ungracious". Common alternatives include discourteous, disrespectful, ill-bred, ill-mannered, impertinent, impolite, inconsiderate, rude, thoughtless and uncalled-for.

What is the opposite of "Ungracious"?

Antonyms of "Ungracious" include civil, considerate, courteous, genteel, gracious, mannerly, polite and thoughtful. Near antonyms include humble, meek, modest and unassertive.

How do you use "Ungracious" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ungracious" in a sentence: "we were taken aback by our aunt's ungracious reply to the invitation we had sent her".

Is "Ungracious" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ungracious" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Ungracious"?

"Ungracious" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈgrā-shəs/ and divided into syllables as un·gra·cious.

What is the origin of the word "Ungracious"?

First known use: 13th century.