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Crudely - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Crudely means doing something in a rough, unrefined, or simplistic manner, often lacking skill or precision. It can describe actions, speech, or objects made without care or finesse.

crudely

/ˈkrudli/ /ˈkruːdli/

Definition:

In a rough, unrefined, or unskillful manner.

Synonyms:

Roughly, clumsily, inelegantly, artlessly

Part of Speech:

Adverb

Antonyms:

Elegantly, skillfully, finely

Common Collocations:

Crudely drawn, crudely constructed, crudely expressed

Derivatives:

Crude, crudeness

Usage Tips:

Use "crudely" to describe actions or objects lacking refinement or precision.

Common Phrases:

Crudely put, crudely made, crudely sketched

Etymology:

Derived from Middle English "crude," from Latin "crudus" meaning raw or rough.

Examples:

  • 1. The statue was crudely carved from wood.
  • 2. He crudely imitated her accent, offending everyone.
  • 3. The shack was crudely built with uneven planks.
  • 4. She crudely summarized the complex theory in a few words.

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