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Vulgarian

usgb/vʌlˈɡeriən/Volume
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Negative Connotation

The word 'vulgarian' often implies negative judgement about someone's behavior or social grace.

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His loud laughter and rude jokes at the opera marked him as a vulgarian.
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Cultural Refinement

'Vulgarian' indicates a lack of cultural knowledge that is expected in certain social situations.

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He was branded a vulgarian for mistaking the salad fork for the dinner fork.
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Socio-Economic Implications

Being a vulgarian is not related to wealth; even wealthy people can be considered vulgar.

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Despite her designer clothes, many considered her a vulgarian because of her coarse language.
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