What does LOUTS mean?

Parts of Speech

Louts is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

As a noun, louts means "an uncouth or aggressive man or boy." As a verb, it means "to behave in a rude, aggressive, or uncultured way."

Pronunciations

US: /laʊts/

UK: /laʊts/

Origin and Usage

The word louts originated in the early 16th century from the Middle Low German word lūt, meaning "rough, rude." It is commonly used to describe a person who is unrefined, clumsy, or ill-mannered. The verb form is used to describe the action of behaving in such a way.

Synonyms

As a noun, louts can be synonymous with boor, clown, oaf, or yokel. As a verb, synonyms include behave badly, act up, or misbehave.

Related Words

blots, clots, flout, glout, slout

Example Sentences

As a noun:

• The louts at the party were loud and obnoxious.
• He was a lout who never learned how to behave in polite company.

As a verb:

• The group of boys louted around the park, knocking over trash cans and causing a disturbance.
• She was disappointed to see her son louting about instead of doing his homework.