coarsen

[ˈkɔːs(ə)n]

coarsen Definition

  • 1make or become rough or coarse in texture or form
  • 2make or become less refined or cultured

Using coarsen: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coarsen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The constant exposure to the elements had coarsened the surface of the statue.

  • Example

    The years of hard labor had coarsened his hands.

  • Example

    The comedian's jokes had become coarser and more offensive over time.

coarsen Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for coarsen

Antonyms for coarsen

Phrases with coarsen

  • to use more vulgar or offensive language

    Example

    He had coarsened his language to fit in with his new group of friends.

  • coarsen one's humor

    to make one's humor more vulgar or offensive

    Example

    The comedian had coarsened his humor to appeal to a wider audience.

  • coarsen one's features

    to make one's facial expressions more harsh or unattractive

    Example

    Years of smoking had coarsened his features, making him look much older than he actually was.

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Summary: coarsen in Brief

To 'coarsen' [ˈkɔːs(ə)n] means to make something rough or less refined. It can refer to physical texture or personal qualities such as language or humor. Examples include 'The constant exposure to the elements had coarsened the surface of the statue,' and 'The comedian's jokes had become coarser and more offensive over time.'