The Opposite(Antonym) of “fineness”
The antonyms of fineness are coarseness and roughness. The antonyms coarseness and roughness describe a surface or texture that is not smooth or fine.
Explore all Antonyms of “fineness”
Definitions and Examples of coarseness, roughness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The quality of being rough or harsh in texture or appearance.
Example
The coarseness of the sandpaper made it difficult to achieve a smooth finish on the wood.
The quality of being uneven, irregular, or not smooth.
Example
The roughness of the road made the car ride bumpy and uncomfortable.
Key Differences: coarseness vs roughness
- 1Coarseness refers to a rough or harsh texture or appearance, while fineness refers to a smooth or delicate texture or appearance.
- 2Roughness refers to an uneven or irregular surface, while fineness refers to a surface that is smooth and even.
Effective Usage of coarseness, roughness
- 1Art and Design: Use fineness and coarseness to describe the texture of materials used in art and design.
- 2Cooking and Baking: Use fineness and coarseness to describe the texture of ingredients used in cooking and baking.
- 3Science and Engineering: Use fineness and roughness to describe the texture of surfaces in scientific and engineering contexts.
Remember this!
The antonyms of fineness are coarseness and roughness. Use these words to describe the texture of materials in art and design, ingredients in cooking and baking, and surfaces in scientific and engineering contexts. Remember that coarseness refers to a rough or harsh texture, while roughness refers to an uneven surface.
