underbred
Americanadjective
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having inferior breeding or manners; vulgar.
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not of pure breed, as a horse.
adjective
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of impure stock; not thoroughbred
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a less common word for ill-bred
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“It is underbred, not only in the obvious sense, but in the literary sense.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
Mrs. Smythe’s abrupt remark jarred upon them, and simultaneously it occurred to them that she was distinctly underbred.
From The Automobile Girls at Palm Beach Proving Their Mettle Under Southern Skies by Laura Dent Crane
I say, John, I'm an underbred, low person, and am not worthy to be called thy friend, and you may hate me all you like, but one thing I'd like to know.
From The Main Chance by Meredith Nicholson
You come a little late, Monsieur St. Georges," the harsh, raucous, and underbred voice of Louvois said—"a little late.
From In the Day of Adversity by John Bloundelle-Burton
Like an underbred acquaintance, they will not be denied; they are always "going your way;" and in their cruel civility they insist on bearing you company.
From Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas by Charles James Lever
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