unrefined

Adjective

Meaning

not refined or processed

(used of persons and their behavior) not refined; uncouth

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Synonyms

crude unprocessed neanderthal philistine common low natural simple impure macrobiotic rough gross provincial unfinished coarse

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Antonyms

refined foxy grand cortes patrician winsome

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Phrases with the word

unrefined petroleum unrefined sugar unrefined fuel unrefined mineral

Examples

unrefined ore Source: Internet

crude oil Source: Internet

how can a refined girl be drawn to such an unrefined man? Source: Internet

Despite their unrefined methods, the contributions of Cope and Marsh to paleontology were vast: Marsh unearthed 86 new species of dinosaur and Cope discovered 56, a total of 142 new species. Source: Internet

The agreement to roll-over the trade deal with the five-member Southern African Customs Union extended the tariff-free quotas for unrefined and refined sugar, canned fruits and wine. Source: Internet

The bleak and unrefined Permanent Vacation is nevertheless one of the director's most personal films, and established many of the hallmarks he would exhibit in his later work, including derelict urban settings, chance encounters, and a wry sensibility. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

unrefillable unrefilled unrefinable unrefined fuel unrefined mineral unrefined petroleum