Definitions and Examples of coarser, inferior, thicker
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having a rough or uneven texture; not smooth or fine.
Example
The sandpaper with a coarser grit is better for removing paint.
Lower in quality, value, or rank than something else.
Example
The store-brand cereal tasted inferior to the name-brand one.
Having a greater distance between opposite sides or surfaces; more dense or substantial.
Example
The winter coat is thicker than the fall jacket.
Key Differences: coarser vs inferior vs thicker
- 1Coarser refers to a rough or uneven texture, while finer refers to a smooth or delicate texture.
- 2Inferior implies lower quality or value compared to something else, while finer implies higher quality or value.
- 3Thicker refers to a greater distance between opposite sides or surfaces, while finer refers to a smaller distance or more delicate structure.
Effective Usage of coarser, inferior, thicker
- 1Cooking: Use coarser and finer to describe the texture of ingredients like salt, sugar, or flour.
- 2Product Comparison: Use inferior to compare products and services.
- 3Measurement: Use thicker and finer to describe the thickness or thinness of objects like paper, fabric, or hair.
Remember this!
The antonyms of finer have different meanings and can be used in various contexts. Use coarser to describe a rough or uneven texture, inferior to compare products or services, and thicker to describe a greater distance between opposite sides or surfaces. Remember that finer implies a smooth or delicate texture, higher quality or value, and a smaller distance or more delicate structure.
