1. characteristic of or resembling remote rural areas; rustic or unsophisticated
Usage: informal

Examples

• The cabin had a backwoodsy charm with its rough-hewn logs and simple furnishings.
• His backwoodsy accent revealed his rural upbringing.
• The restaurant tried to create a backwoodsy atmosphere with checkered tablecloths and mason jar glasses.
• She felt out of place in the city after growing up in a backwoodsy town.
• The backwoodsy setting was perfect for their camping retreat.
• His backwoodsy mannerisms made him seem uncomfortable at the formal dinner.