Definition churlish in British English

churlish adjective

adjective

/ˈtʃɜː(r)lɪʃ/

impolite and unfriendly, especially towards someone who does not deserve to be treated in this way

Example

Example

It seemed churlish to refuse.

Synonyms and related words

ingrate ungrateful ingratitude rude impolite insolent unfriendly cold hostile

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