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crude

/kɹʉd/
noun

  1. Any substance in its natural state.

  2. Crude oil.

adjective

  1. In a natural, untreated state.

    "crude oil"

    Similar: raw

  2. Characterized by simplicity, especially something not carefully or expertly made.

    "a crude shelter"

    Similar: primitive

  3. Lacking concealing elements.

    "a crude truth"

    Similar: obvious

Synonymsraw, blunt, immature, unripe, obvious, primitive
Antonymsprocessed, refined

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