Coarse
Adjective
Definition: Rough, harsh, or unrefined in texture.
Definition: Lacking delicacy or finesse; crude or vulgar.
Synonyms: Rough, Rugged, Crude, Unrefined, Harsh
Antonyms: Smooth, Refined, Delicate, Fine
Examples:
- The coarse sandpaper is used for heavy sanding.
- He had a coarse way of speaking, often offending others.
Mnemonics:
- Think of coarse sandpaper being rough and abrasive.
- Imagine someone speaking with a coarse voice, sounding harsh and unrefined.
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English 'cors', from Old French 'cors', from Latin 'coRsus' meaning rough.
Historical Usage:The word has been used in English since the 12th century and has maintained its meaning of roughness and lack of refinement.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Course of action"
Explanation:Refers to a plan or series of steps to be taken in a particular situation.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'coarse' with 'course'.
Explanation:While both words sound similar, 'coarse' refers to roughness or lack of refinement, whereas 'course' means a route, path, or progression.