Lout

usgb/laʊt/
noun

A clumsy, stupid person, especially a man, who is rude or has no respect.

Don't be such a lout, apologize for your rude comments.
Visual representation of "lout" - A clumsy, stupid person, especially a man, who is rude or has no respect.

Often appears as...

  • act like a lout
  • behave like a lout

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The word 'lout' often implies disapproval and is used to express a strong negative opinion about someone's behavior.

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His loud outburst at dinner showed him to be a complete lout.
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Gender Specific

While 'lout' typically refers to men, it can be used for any gender when stressing clumsy rudeness.

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She behaved like a lout when she mocked the performers.
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Casual Context

Use 'lout' in casual or informal contexts; it might not be suitable for formal writing or speech.

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At the pub, a lout spilled his drink all over me.
Visual representation of the word "Lout"

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