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crudely

|crude/ly|

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/ˈkruːdli/

(crude)

raw, unrefined

Base FormComparativeSuperlativeNounAdverb
crudecrudercrudestcrudenesscrudely
Etymology
Etymology Information

'crudely' originates from the Latin word 'crudus,' meaning 'raw' or 'rough.'

Historical Evolution

'crudus' transformed into the Old French word 'crude,' and eventually became the modern English word 'crude,' from which 'crudely' is derived.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'raw or unrefined,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adverb 1

in a raw or unrefined state; lacking sophistication or subtlety.

The sculpture was crudely carved from a single block of wood.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45