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Meaning of unpolished
The primary meaning of "unpolished" is not refined or cultured in manner, behavior, or appearance.
Etymology of unpolished
The word "unpolished" originated from the prefix "un-" meaning not or opposite of, and the word "polished" which is derived from the Old French word "poliss-" meaning to polish, and the Latin word "polire" meaning to smooth
Historically, the word "unpolished" has been used to describe something or someone that lacks refinement, culture, or sophistication
Synonyms
crude
rough
unfinished
unrefined
coarse
vulgar
rude
impolite
uncouth
ungracious
awkward
clumsy
inelegant
unskilled
amateurish
unsophisticated
primitive
raw
untrained
uneducated
unlearned
ignorant
ill-mannered
boorish
brutish
savage
barbarous
uncultivated
unschooled
untaught
ill-bred
common
plebeian
roughhewn
unpolite
discourteous
impertinent
insolent
presumptuous
uncivil
unmannerly
ill-behaved
misbehaved
badly behaved
unseemly
indecorous
unbecoming
graceless
gauche
maladroit
inept
awkward
gawky
lumbering
ungainly
uncoordinated
clumsy
hapless
luckless
unfortunate
unhappy
miserable
wretched
dismal
dreary
gloomy
somber
sorrowful
melancholy
dejected
despondent
disheartened
depressed
downcast
dispirited
demoralized
hopeless
despairing
despicable
contemptible
pitiful
pathetic
lamentable
regrettable
unfortunate
unlucky
inauspicious
unpropitious
unfavorable
adverse
inopportune
unseasonable
infelicitous
unfortuitous
Definitions
- Not refined or cultured in manner, behavior, or appearance
- * Lacking the skill or sophistication that comes from training or experience
- * Not smoothed or finished, having a rough surface
Usage Examples
- The unpolished wooden table had a rough, unfinished surface
- * Despite his unpolished demeanor, he was a kind and gentle soul
- * She was an unpolished singer, but her raw talent and enthusiasm made up for her lack of training
Antonyms
refined
polished
cultured
sophisticated
elegant
refined
courteous
polite
gracious
courteous
mannerly
civil
urbane
suave
debonair
charming
charismatic
affable
genial
cordial
warm
friendly
amiable
agreeable
pleasant
delightful
charming
attractive
appealing
engaging
captivating
enchanting
alluring
seductive
irresistible
refined
cultivated
educated
enlightened
informed
knowledgeable
wise
discerning
perceptive
astute
shrewd
clever
intelligent
brilliant
talented
skilled
adept
expert
masterful
proficient
accomplished
practiced
seasoned
veteran
experienced