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impolitic

/ɪmˈpɒ.lɪ.tɪk/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Unsuitable for polite company or situations; rude, impudent, or offensive.


Synonyms

inexpedient , unadvisable , unwise
Rhymes
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apolitic , politic , dramatic , hypnotic
Variants
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impolitic , impolitical , impolitically , impoliticly
Etymology
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From Latin impolitus, untrained, uneducated.


Trivia
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  1. Impolitic is the opposite of the word polite.

  2. Impolitic behavior can lead to social isolation and damaged relationships.


Related Concepts
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  1. rudeness: Impolitic behavior is a form of rudeness or impoliteness.

  2. impertinence: Impolitic behavior can also be described as impertinent, meaning uninvited and inappropriate.


Culture
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Impolitic behavior can be seen in various forms of literature and art, such as Shakespeare's plays where characters often act impolitic to further the plot.

How to Memorize "impolitic"

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    - Visualize the word impolitic as a label on a door, indicating that the room beyond is off-limits due to impolite behavior.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word impolitic with the image of a person acting rudely or offensively in a social situation.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Impolite People Are Rude' to remember the meaning of impolitic.


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