crude

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/kɹʉd/ English

Definitions

noun

Any substance in its natural state.
Crude oil.

adjective

In a natural, untreated state.“crude oil”
Characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made.“a crude shelter”
Lacking concealing elements.“a crude truth”
Lacking tact or taste.“a crude remark”

Related words

Synonyms

raw blunt immature unripe obvious primitive unrefined rough coarse gross vulgar indecent rude stark unskilled unconditional unanalyzed unprocessed

Antonyms

processed refined

Associated

naphtha bitumen condensate oil opec refinery distillation liquefied refining pipeline petroleum oils

Rhymes

shrewd subdued fortitude lewd brood elude aptitude preclude ineptitude exude

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