gauche behavior

Definitions

Socially awkward, unsophisticated, or lacking in grace.

Exhibiting a lack of tact or awareness of social conventions.

Examples

His gauche behavior at the formal dinner party, such as talking with his mouth full, made everyone feel uncomfortable.

The diplomat was criticized for his gauche behavior when he failed to follow the established protocol during the international summit.

Synonyms

socially awkward conduct tactless and clumsy manners inept and unrefined behavior gawky and graceless actions

Antonyms

refined and sophisticated conduct poised and graceful manners tactful and polished behavior socially adept and elegant actions