Ungracious Meaning in English
word
ʌnˈɡreɪʃəs
un-GRAY-shus
ʌnɡɹˈeɪʃəs
un-GRAY-shus
Definition
Describes someone who behaves rudely, with a lack of politeness or gratitude, especially when kindness is expected.
Usage & Nuances
'Ungracious' is formal and often used to criticize lack of politeness after receiving help or kindness. Common with 'remark,' 'response,' or 'behavior.' Not as severe as 'rude,' but still negative. Avoid using for light, everyday impoliteness.
Spanish: descortés - desagradecidoPortuguese (BR): indelicado - ingratoPortuguese (PT): indelicado - ingratoChinese (Simplified): 无礼的 - 不友好的Chinese (Traditional): 無禮的 - 不友善的Hindi: असभ्य - कृतघ्नArabic: غير مهذب - غير ممتنBengali: অমার্জিত - অশালীন - অকৃতজ্ঞ (প্রসঙ্গভেদে)Russian: неблагодарный - нелюбезный - невежливыйJapanese: 無礼な - 感謝の気持ちがないVietnamese: kém lịch sự - vô ơnKorean: 무례한 - 인정 없는Turkish: nankör - kaba - nezaketsizUrdu: بے مروت - ناشکرا - بدتمیزIndonesian: tidak sopan - tidak tahu terima kasih
Example Sentences
It was ungracious of him not to say thank you.
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Her ungracious comment surprised everyone at the party.
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The guest made an ungracious exit without saying goodbye.
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He gave an ungracious response when offered help.
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Don’t be so ungracious—they’re just trying to be nice.
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Even his apology sounded a bit ungracious.
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