coarse Synonyms
coarse Meaning
coarse (a)
of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles
coarse (s)
lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
of low or inferior quality or value
coarse (superl.)
Large in bulk, or composed of large parts or particles; of inferior quality or appearance; not fine in material or close in texture; gross; thick; rough; -- opposed to fine; as, coarse sand; coarse thread; coarse cloth; coarse bread.
Not refined; rough; rude; unpolished; gross; indelicate; as, coarse manners; coarse language.
coarse Sentence Examples
- The fabric felt coarse against her skin, rough and unpleasant to the touch.
- His voice had a coarse quality to it, as if he had been shouting for hours.
- The sandpaper had a coarse grit, perfect for smoothing rough surfaces.
- She winced as she bit into the coarse bread, wishing it were softer.
- The texture of the wool was coarse, causing it to itch when worn against the skin.
- Despite its coarse appearance, the horsehair brush was perfect for scrubbing away stubborn stains.
- The painter applied a coarse layer of primer to the wall before adding the final coat of paint.
- The chef ground the peppercorns into a coarse powder, adding a burst of flavor to the dish.
- The path was made of coarse gravel, making it difficult to walk on without sturdy shoes.
- His manners were coarse and uncouth, often offending those around him.
FAQs About the word coarse
of textures that are rough to the touch or substances consisting of relatively large particles, lacking refinement or cultivation or taste, of low or inferior q
granular,grained, sandy, grainy, rocky,stony, granulated, gritty, unfiltered, earthy
smooth, powdery, velvety, dusty, dusty, fine, powdery, velvety, ultrafine, ultrafine
The fabric felt coarse against her skin, rough and unpleasant to the touch.
His voice had a coarse quality to it, as if he had been shouting for hours.
The sandpaper had a coarse grit, perfect for smoothing rough surfaces.
She winced as she bit into the coarse bread, wishing it were softer.
