
In rude health
Positive Connotation
The phrase 'in rude health' suggests someone is exceptionally well and implies positivity and strength.
Even after a strenuous hike, he appeared in rude health.
Informal Usage
'In rude health' is casual and typically used in informal conversations or personal writing.
At the family reunion, Grandma was clearly in rude health.
Not Literal
Sometimes used figuratively to describe things that are thriving, not just about people's health.
The garden was in rude health, with all flowers blooming brightly.