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ill-bred(rough, rude, coarse, awkward)
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ill-mannered(rough, rude, coarse, awkward)
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impertinent
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inconsiderate(sharp, rough, rude, careless)
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inept(sharp, rough, careless, thoughtless)
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inflexible
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inharmonious(rough, harsh, wild, dirty)
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insensitive(sharp, rough, careless, thoughtless)
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intense
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intolerant
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jarring(severe, rough, harsh, dirty)
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keen
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loud(rough, rude, coarse, awkward)
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lowbred(rough, nasty, rude, dirty)
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lowering(sorrow, depress, sadness, emotion)
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maladroit(sharp, rough, careless, thoughtless)
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oafish(rough, rude, coarse, awkward)
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obscure(sadness, gloom, unclear, morose)
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offensive(rough, nasty, harsh, rude)
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oppressive
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