Definitions and Examples of coarse, thick, heavy
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
coarse
Rough or harsh in texture; lacking refinement or delicacy.
Example
The sandpaper had a coarse texture that made it difficult to use.
Having a large distance between opposite sides; not thin.
Example
The fog was so thick that it was hard to see more than a few feet ahead.
Weighing a lot; difficult to lift or move.
Example
The suitcase was so heavy that I had to ask for help to carry it.
Key Differences: coarse vs thick vs heavy
- 1Coarse describes something that is rough or harsh in texture, while gossamered describes something that is delicate and light.
- 2Thick describes something that has a large distance between opposite sides, while gossamered describes something that is thin and light.
- 3Heavy describes something that is difficult to lift or move, while gossamered describes something that is light and easy to move.
Effective Usage of coarse, thick, heavy
- 1Describing Textures: Use coarse to describe rough textures, thick to describe dense textures, and gossamered to describe delicate textures.
- 2Talking About Weight: Use heavy to describe things that are difficult to lift or move, and gossamered to describe things that are light and easy to move.
- 3Comparing Opposites: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast different qualities of objects or ideas.
Remember this!
The antonyms of gossamered are coarse, thick, and heavy. These words convey the opposite meaning of gossamered. Use coarse to describe rough textures, thick to describe dense textures, and gossamered to describe delicate textures. Use heavy to describe things that are difficult to lift or move, and gossamered to describe things that are light and easy to move. These antonyms can be used to compare and contrast different qualities of objects or ideas.
