Genial and Impolite

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Genial adjective - Having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations.

Usage example: a genial host who makes a point of speaking personally to each and every guest

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Impolite is an antonym for genial.

Nearby Words: genius, genially, geniality

Impolite adjective - Showing a lack of manners or consideration for others.

Usage example: the librarian was shocked that anyone could be so impolite as to continue talking despite repeated warnings to be quiet

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Genial is an antonym for impolite.

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