Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Crude refers to something in its natural, unrefined state or lacking sophistication and polish.
Crude
/kruːd/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Your ideas are inclined to be a little crude.
The crude sketch captured the essence of the scene.
Crude oil prices impact the global economy significantly.
Etymology:
The word crude originates from the Latin word crudus, meaning raw or rough, and it entered English through the Old French crude in the late 14th century.
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