Cruditya rude, unpolished quality; not sophisticated or delicate refers to a state or manner that is not refinedcarefully developed, elegant, and free from roughness. It can describe something rough, primitivevery basic, early, or unsophisticated in form or style, or lacking tact and polish, depending on the context.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈkruːdɪti/
Easy pronunciation: KROO-di-tee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable: KROO-di-tee.
Use this noun for the quality of being rough, basic, or unrefined.
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Crudity Meaning
the quality of being rough, basic, or not polished
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a rough, unrefined state or quality
Example: The crudity of the handmade tools showed how early the settlement was.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- crudeness — A direct, strong synonym for the general sense of being unrefined.
- primitiveness — Works well when the meaning is basic, undeveloped, or early-stage.
- primitivism — Can fit when referring to a primitive style or state, but it is less common in everyday use.
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Other Meanings of Crudity
Meaning 2
rude, tactless behavior
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an impolite manner that is vulgar and lacking tact or refinement
Example: His crudity embarrassed everyone at the dinner table.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- rudeness — A clear synonym when crudity means impolite behavior.
- gaucheness — Fits when the behavior is awkwardly rude or socially clumsy.
- crudeness — Also works for crude, vulgar, or tactless behavior.
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Crudity Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- crudeness
- primitiveness
rude, tactless behavior
- rudeness
- gaucheness
- crudeness
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use crudity when you mean only simple originality or artistic roughness; the word usually suggests lack of refinement.
- Do not confuse crudity with crude humor in every case; crudity can also refer to a general state of being unrefined or tactless.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does crudity mean?
Crudity means a rough or unrefined quality, or, in some contexts, rude and tactless behavior.
What is a synonym for crudity?
Good synonyms include crudeness, primitiveness, rudeness, and gaucheness, depending on the sense.
Is crudity a positive word?
Usually no. It normally suggests something rough, undeveloped, rude, or lacking refinement.
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