What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crass
Example
His crass comments about her appearance were completely inappropriate. [crass: adjective]
Example
I was shocked by the crassness of his behavior at the party. [crassness: noun]
uncouth
Example
His uncouth behavior at the dinner table embarrassed everyone. [uncouth: adjective]
Example
She spoke with an uncouth accent that made it difficult to understand her. [uncouth: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crass is less common than uncouth in everyday language. Crass is often used in informal contexts, while uncouth can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crass and uncouth?
Uncouth is more formal than crass and can be used in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts. Crass is typically associated with a casual and informal tone.
