crude synonyms

crude

modif.

  1. Unrefined

    rude, rough, unpolished, in a raw state, unprocessed, unrefined, homemade, homespun, thick, coarse, harsh, rudimentary, roughhewn, makeshift, unfinished, unfashioned, unformed, undeveloped, in the rough, raw, immature, sketchy; see also savage 1, unfinished 1.

    Antonyms finished, polished, refined.

  2. Lacking address or skill

    ungainly, clumsy, unskillful; see awkward 1, primitive 1.

  3. Lacking manners or taste

    uncouth, vulgar, coarse; see coarse 2, rude 1, 2, vulgar 1.

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