crassities

/kræsɪtiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being coarse or unrefined in manners or behavior; lack of tact or delicacy.

“The crassities of the politician’s language offended many in the audience.”

2. noun

The quality of being coarse or unrefined in artistic or literary expression; lack of subtlety or refinement.

“The crassities of the artist’s latest sculpture were widely criticized.”

Synonyms

  • coarseness
  • coarseness
  • rudeness
  • tactlessness

Antonyms

  • refinement
  • tact