Definition of Churlish

rude; impolite

Examples of Churlish in a sentence

Although Ms. X is a beautiful and talented actress, she has a reputation for being churlish and difficult to get along with. 🔊

Linda decided never to call that babysitter again because the nanny-cam showed that she acted churlish with the children. 🔊

While I know that Matthew can sometimes be very churlish, I’m thankful that at least he’s courteous and respectful when he’s behind the wheel. 🔊

Melissa decided not to accept Freddie’s offer to escort her to the party because she knew he became churlish if he had more than two beers. 🔊

Maria is a very efficient nurse, but her patients find her bedside manner to be churlish and unpleasant. 🔊

According to the latest memo, the new manager is not going to put up with the churlish employee attitudes that have driven customers away. 🔊

When the city tore down the historic courthouse to make room for covered parking, the editorial section of the newspaper carried dozens of churlish commentaries from angry taxpayers. 🔊

I admit that I wake up churlish every morning, but my mood improves drastically after I have my cup of coffee. 🔊

If you’re going to be churlish about going with me to the ballet, I’d prefer to just go by myself. 🔊

A Christmas Carol is a timeless Christmas story where three ghosts give Ebenezer Scrooge, a churlish, miserly sourpuss, a chance to change his life and enjoy the true spirit of Christmas. 🔊

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