Basic Details
Word: Coarse
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Rough or not smooth; having a rough texture or quality.
Synonyms: Rough, crude, unrefined
Antonyms: Smooth, fine, delicate
Idioms and Phrases
- Coarse language: Refers to improper or rude words. Example: "We should avoid using coarse language in front of children."
- Coarse and fine: Used to describe two very different types of something. Example: "The artist used both coarse and fine brushes to create different patterns in her painting."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The fabric of the jacket was coarse, making it suitable for heavy outdoor work.
Example 2: The sandy beach had coarse grains that felt rough under our feet.
Example 3: He prefers to eat coarse bread, which is made with whole grains and has a hearty texture.
Fun Fact
The word "coarse" comes from the Old French word "cors," which means "hard" or "rough" and has been used in English since the 14th century to describe rough textures and materials.
Famous Quote
"The coarse and the fine are all part of life." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "coarse" mean?
a) Smooth and soft
b) Rough or not smooth
c) Light and airy
d) Bright and shiny
Answer: b) Rough or not smooth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "coarse"?
a) Delicate
b) Smooth
c) Rough
d) Soft
Answer: c) Rough
3. Which of these is an antonym of "coarse"?
a) Crude
b) Fine
c) Rough
d) Heavy
Answer: b) Fine
4. Which sentence uses "coarse" correctly?
a) The cake was too coarse to eat.
b) She enjoyed the coarse texture of the blanket.
c) The smooth surface of the table was coarse.
d) The coarse fabric felt nice against her skin.
Answer: d) The coarse fabric felt nice against her skin.
5. Which idiom relates to "coarse"?
a) As light as a feather
b) Coarse language
c) All that glitters is not gold
d) In the same boat
Answer: b) Coarse language
