Synonyms for

Coarse

Verb / kɔ:rs / Another word for coarse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

rough or harsh in texture

Synonyms & similar words

roughcut vulgar harsh uncouth fine common rough uneven grainy scratchy harsh stiff bristly prickly coarse-grained bumpy irregular jagged gritty rugged coarse-textured unrefined crude crusty thick heavy

Synonyms by register

Formal

crude unrefined vulgar gross

Informal

rough chunky gritty grainy

Literary

boorish uncouth churlish

Antonyms

fine delicate smooth refined gentle subtle polished

Common collocations

  • coarse sand
  • coarse language
  • coarse texture
  • coarse salt
  • coarse fabric
  • coarse laughter
  • coarse features

Word family

noun coarseness
adverb coarsely

Usage note

Often used to describe texture, material, or behavior. Can have negative connotations when referring to manners or speech.

Example sentences

  1. The burlap sack was coarse and scratchy.
  2. The road was made of coarse gravel.
  3. The wool sweater was too coarse for her sensitive skin.
  4. The sand on the beach was coarse and gritty.
  5. The horse's mane was coarse and bristly.

Quotes

  • The man's coarse voice grated on my nerves.
  • Life is a rough and coarse road, but we must walk it.
  • The sand of time is coarse and rough, but it polishes the heart.

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