Definition

More rude or insensitive than usual; lacking refinement or sensitivity.

Example

His crasser comments made everyone uncomfortable during the meeting.

Conversation

Did you hear what he said at the party last night?

Yeah, it was a bit crasser than I expected.

I know, right? It really caught me off guard.

Same here! It made the whole atmosphere feel awkward.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'crasser' comes from Old French 'crasser', meaning to thicken or to become thicker. It is derived from the Latin 'crassare', which means to make thick or to thicken. The word 'crasser' refers to the act of making something thicker or denser.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'crasser' meaning to thicken — this helps you remember that 'crasser' refers to the process of making something thicker.

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