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Definition of crudeness

crudeness

/ˈkruːd.nəs/
crude · ness
Adverb:crudely
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Plural:crudenesses
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Adjective:crude
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crudeness Lexical Profile

crudeness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being simple, rough, or lacking skill and precision in workmanship or execution.

Example

"Despite the crudeness of the early wooden tools, the settlers managed to build sturdy shelters."

2

The state or quality of being offensively vulgar, tactless, or lacking social grace and good manners.

Example

"She was shocked by the crudeness of his remarks during the formal dinner."

3

The condition of being in a natural, raw, or unprocessed state.

Example

"The chemical process removes impurities and reduces the crudeness of the extracted oil."

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• Rhymes for crudeness

• Nearby Words

cruddy
crude
crudely
crudeness
crudites
crudity
cruel

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crudeness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crudeness
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