ungentlemanly
English
Etymology
From un- + gentlemanly.
Adjective
ungentlemanly (comparative more ungentlemanly, superlative most ungentlemanly)
- Not gentlemanly; not adhering to the high moral standards expected of a gentleman; impolite, unchivalrous, or indecent.
- My grandmother thought it was ungentlemanly of my boyfriend to suggest that we split the bill for dinner.
Adverb
ungentlemanly (comparative more ungentlemanly, superlative most ungentlemanly)
- In a manner not befitting a gentleman.
See also
- unladylike