as in bastard
a person whose behavior is offensive to others
a loudmouthed boor who embarrassed his family at every social event they attended
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Recent Examples of boor
Djokovic has become a boor.
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Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2021
The boor that made Milwaukee famous.
—Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2020
Yes, cousin Sam is a stubborn boor, and Aunt Ellie drives you a little crazy with her nitpicking ways.
—Country Living, 8 Mar. 2023
As Bad Sisters‘ John Paul, Bang might just be the least likable character on television — a petty boor of a man whose only apparent joy in life comes from tormenting others.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Nov. 2022
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Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2021
The boor that made Milwaukee famous.
—Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2020
Yes, cousin Sam is a stubborn boor, and Aunt Ellie drives you a little crazy with her nitpicking ways.
—Country Living, 8 Mar. 2023
As Bad Sisters‘ John Paul, Bang might just be the least likable character on television — a petty boor of a man whose only apparent joy in life comes from tormenting others.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boor
Noun
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Lisa and Jody are mad that Larsa was a jerk at Jody’s birthday party.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 June 2025
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Based on my experience, labeling someone a contrarian is just an extremely polite way of calling out a person for being a jerk who’s obsessed with the sound of their own voice.—
Sherry Kuehl,
Kansas City Star,
25 June 2025
Noun
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An evil clown turned serial killer who terrorizes a fictional New York City borough during Halloween and Christmas will join a maniacal lineup of murderers, mutants and monsters during this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
10 July 2025
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White-stripe nails Circus-stripe nails Just like a striped Big Top tent, this circus set is complete with stars and clowns.—
Dominic Cadogan,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Responding officers found the dog, and advised the owner to take the dog in.—
cleveland,
cleveland,
13 Sep. 2023
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Police brought in hundreds of law enforcement personnel with dogs, armored carriers, horses and helicopters that circled overhead.—
Maryclaire Dale, Marc Levy and Michael Rubinkam,
Anchorage Daily News,
13 Sep. 2023
Noun
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Birds nest beneath Wright’s generous eaves, skunks burrow into foundations, and spiders spin webs on geometric architectural details.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Austin Wildlife Rescue has taken in over 120 animals since the weekend including baby squirrels, skunks and turtles.—
Deborah Sengupta Stith,
Austin American Statesman,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The poker player’s winning cards were an ace, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7 and a joker acting as a 3.—
Helena Wegner
July 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
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Harry resented the way he was treated as a bit of a joker and the royal wild child.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2025
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“Boor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boor. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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