coarse

adjective/kɔrs/

Frequency rank: #8,455 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

rough or harsh in texture; not fine or smooth.

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Example sentence

The bread had that coarse texture that made it feel rustic and hearty.

Synonyms & related words

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