crude
Translation
crude, raw, basic, vulgar
Examples
This is a very crude drawing of a house.
This is a very crude drawing of a house.
He told a crude joke at the dinner table.
He told a crude joke at the dinner table.
Crude oil prices have risen sharply this year.
Crude oil prices have risen sharply this year.
Grammar Patterns
((crude + noun)) crude/raw/basic He told a crude joke.
Similar Words
Synonyms: raw, unrefined, basic, vulgar; Antonyms: refined, sophisticated
Etymology
From Latin 'crudus' meaning 'raw, bloody, uncooked'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'crude oil' – it's oil in its raw, unrefined state. This idea of being 'unrefined' applies to objects and behavior too.