rough-spoken

[ ruhf-spoh-kuhn ]

adjective

1. coarse or vulgar in speech.

rough-spoken

adjective

1. rude or uncouth in speech; blunt

Word History and Origins

Origin of rough-spoken¹

First recorded in 1625–35

Example Sentences

In sharing his nostalgia, Kelly did not sound like the more rough-spoken Trump.

From Los Angeles Times

He brings to mind one of those rough-spoken tycoon hosts trying to come across as gentlemanlike on “Dragons’ Den.”

From New York Times

There was wisdom in the old man's rough-spoken sentence—"solid chunks of wisdom," as Captain Ed'ard Cuttle would fain express it—and it sank deep into my memory.

From Project Gutenberg

“Money!” was the abrupt reply, and after a warning to him to hold tight, the manager, a rough-spoken Cornishman, continued the descent, Geoffrey following, and finding every thing of the most primitive character.

From Project Gutenberg

I am a plain, rough-spoken person, Faith," began Spite, "and I shall waste no words in telling you my wish and purpose.

From Project Gutenberg