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Caddish

/ˈkædɪʃ/ · adjective

Meaning

Characteristic of a cad, discourteous, ungentlemanly, dishonorable..

Example Sentences

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.
'I think it's absolutely—absolutely caddish of you to mention such things!'

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What does caddish mean?

Caddish means Characteristic of a cad, discourteous, ungentlemanly, dishonorable..

What is a synonym for caddish?

Common synonyms include discourteous, ungallant, unchivalrous.

What is the opposite of caddish?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use caddish in a sentence?

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.

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