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crude

[kruːd]

crude Definition

  • 1in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined
  • 2offensive or rude, typically in a sexual way
  • 3lacking culture, refinement, or taste

Using crude: Examples

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

  • Example

    Crude oil is a major source of energy.

  • Example

    The painting was a crude attempt at art.

  • Example

    His jokes were often crude and offensive.

  • Example

    The language used in the movie was too crude for children.

  • Example

    The villagers lived in crude huts made of mud and straw.

crude Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for crude

Antonyms for crude

Phrases with crude

  • a sudden and unpleasant realization of the true nature of something

    Example

    The company's financial report was a crude awakening for its investors.

  • humor that is vulgar, offensive, or lacking in refinement

    Example

    The comedian's crude humor offended many people in the audience.

  • language that is vulgar, offensive, or lacking in refinement

    Example

    The book was criticized for its use of crude language.

Origins of crude

from Latin 'crudus', meaning 'raw, rough'

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Summary: crude in Brief

The term 'crude' [kruːd] can refer to something in its natural or unprocessed state, such as crude oil or a crude hut. It can also describe something that is offensive or lacking in refinement, such as crude humor or language. The phrase 'crude awakening' refers to an unpleasant realization of the true nature of something.