ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Caddish

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkædɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Caddish is an adjective meaning Characteristic of a cad, discourteous, ungentlemanly, dishonorable.

Meaning

Characteristic of a cad, discourteous, ungentlemanly, dishonorable.

Example Sentences

'I think it's absolutely—absolutely caddish of you to mention such things!'
To introduce into philosophical discussions a sneer at a creed's antiquity is like introducing a sneer at a lady's age. It is caddish because it is irrelevant. The pure modernist is merely a snob; he cannot bear to be a month behind the fashion.

Synonyms for caddish

Depending on context, synonyms include discourteous, ungallant, unchivalrous.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include discourteous, ungallant, unchivalrous, caddielike, rude, cunty.

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