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What is another word for Coarse? – 135 Coarse Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    rough crude rude impolite unrefined uncouth coarse-grained vulgar gross common uncoordinated clumsy awkward harsh abrasive scratchy rugged rocky uneven jagged unsmooth bumpy lumpy thick heavy crude brutal savage barbarous primitive unsophisticated unpolished

    Meaning of Coarse

    According to Merriam-Webster, "coarse" refers to something that is crude or unrefined in nature or quality.

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines "coarse" as lacking refinement or delicacy, and having a rough or crude quality.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "coarse" as not smooth or delicate, and having a rough or crude texture.

    Example Uses

    • The coarse sand at the beach was difficult to walk on.
    • He was known for his coarse language and behavior.
    • The coarse fabric of the shirt was uncomfortable against her skin.
    • The coarse voice of the singer was a result of years of smoking.
    • The coarse terrain made it hard to hike through the mountains.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    fine smooth refined polite sophisticated elegant delicate subtle nuanced precise exact gentle soft silky sleek polished cultured courteous gracious considerate thoughtful tactful diplomatic

    Related Nouns

    texture fabric material surface terrain landscape ground earth soil stone rock pebble grain fiber thread yarn cloth fabric weave knot burl snag roughness coarseness rudeness crudeness vulgarity

    Related Verbs

    roughen coarsen refine polish smooth soften gentle calm soothe texture fabricate manufacture construct build create shape form mold grind scrape scratch abrade

    Related Adjectives

    rough crude rude impolite unrefined uncouth coarse-grained vulgar gross common uncoordinated clumsy awkward harsh abrasive scratchy rugged rocky uneven jagged unsmooth bumpy lumpy thick heavy brutal savage barbarous primitive unsophisticated unpolished