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Cruder: meaning, definitions and examples

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cruder

 

[ หˆkruหdษ™(r) ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

The term 'cruder' is the comparative form of 'crude,' commonly used to describe something that is not refined or processed. This can refer to materials, behaviors, or expressions that lack sophistication or delicacy. In a social context, it often implies a lack of manners or consideration. For instance, a cruder form of humor may be considered offensive or inappropriate. Overall, the word suggests a raw or unpolished quality.

Synonyms

blunter, coarser, rougher, unrefined.

Examples of usage

  • His cruder comments upset many in the room.
  • The cruder version of the artwork was more popular among the masses.
  • In the cruder parts of the city, the infrastructure often needs significant improvement.

Translations

Translations of the word "cruder" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mais rude

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคšเฅเคšเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช roher

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lebih kasar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ัƒั‚ะฐะปัŒะฝั–ัˆะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bardziej surowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ฒ—ใ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plus grossier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mรกs รกspero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daha kaba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋” ๊ฑฐ์นœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูƒุซุฑ ุฎุดูˆู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrubลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrubลกรญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ›ด็ฒ—็ณ™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ bolj grob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรณfari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะทั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒแƒšแƒแƒ“ แƒฃแƒฎแƒ”แƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daha kobud

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mรกs tosco

Etymology

The word 'crude' originates from the Latin 'crudus', meaning 'raw' or 'uncooked'. Its evolution into the English language retained these core meanings, relating to unrefined states in both physical and metaphorical senses. Over time, 'crude' has expanded to include a range of descriptors, particularly in industries like oil extraction, where 'crude oil' refers to unrefined petroleum products. The comparative form 'cruder' gained usage as society has sought to differentiate degrees of refinement or tact, particularly in social interactions and artistic expressions. The term has also found new life in contemporary discussions surrounding the internet and media, where it can denote a lack of sophistication or sensitivity. This resilience and adaptability of the word underscore its importance in everyday vocabulary.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,183, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.