Louted: meaning, definitions and examples
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louted
[ laʊtɪd ]
past tense
Louted is the past tense of the verb 'lout', which means to behave in an aggressive or uncouth manner. It often implies a stubborn or boorish attitude, typically associated with a lack of social grace or refinement. The term is frequently used to describe someone who has acted in a manner that is disrespectful or coarse. Usage of 'louted' often appears in discussions of someone clumsily imposing their will or showing disregard for social norms.
Synonyms
acted rudely, brawled, rowdied
Examples of usage
- He louted his way through the party.
- They found him louted and boisterous at the event.
- She was accused of louting around in public places.
- The gang louted about the streets.
Translations
Translations of the word "louted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 zombificado
🇮🇳 लूट लिया गया
🇩🇪 plündert
🇮🇩 dirampok
🇺🇦 пограбований
🇵🇱 złupiony
🇯🇵 略奪された
🇫🇷 pillé
🇪🇸 saqueado
🇹🇷 yağmalanmış
🇰🇷 약탈된
🇸🇦 مُنهَب
🇨🇿 vyloupený
🇸🇰 vykradnutý
🇨🇳 被掠夺的
🇸🇮 oplodnjen
🇮🇸 rændur
🇰🇿 ұрланған
🇬🇪 გატაცებული
🇦🇿 qarət edilib
🇲🇽 saqueado
Etymology
The word 'lout' originates from the Middle English term 'louten', which means 'to bow' or 'to stoop.' This usage was a deviation, as it transformed into a term describing a clumsy or awkward person who seems to lack social grace. In the 16th Century, the meaning shifted toward a rough, boorish behavior, reflecting a change in societal norms about propriety and manners. Over the years, 'lout' and its derivations maintained a focus on the confrontation between refined society and those who do not conform to expected behaviors. The etymological roots hint at a transition from physical posture to social demeanor, where the act of 'louting' came to symbolize a rejection of civility.