Used in a Sentence

unrefined

How to use unrefined in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for unrefined.

Editorial note

An unrefined brain is a useless tool, no matter how smart you are.

Examples10
Definitions2
Parts of speech1

Quick take

not refined or processed; "unrefined ore"; "crude oil"

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of unrefined gathered in one view.

adjective

not refined or processed; "unrefined ore"; "crude oil"

adjective

(used of persons and their behavior) not refined; uncouth; "how can a refined girl be drawn to such an unrefined man?"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for unrefined.

adjective

not refined or processed; "unrefined ore"; "crude oil"

adjective

(used of persons and their behavior) not refined; uncouth; "how can a refined girl be drawn to such an unrefined man?"

Example sentences

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An unrefined brain is a useless tool, no matter how smart you are.

2

As it stands, your comment comes across as petty and unrefined.

3

No, it's just a sign that they rely heavily on unrefined coal for power.

4

BrowserID might add an unrefined and unnecessary hurdle to the game.

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A simple ship sailing into NY harbor could easily deliver a nuclear weapon, even if it was large and unrefined.

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I admire people experimenting, but this feels like taking the idea 80% of the way there, and just kind of leaving things unrefined/unusable.

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They also use heavy water as a moderator, and burn unrefined uranium / [can] spent fuel from other reactors pretty impressive machines I think.

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It is still absolutely tantamount that you consume unrefined simple carbs such as strawberries, raspberries, oranges, apples, plum, pear, a long etc., and the number one fruit because of its flavanoid content: blueberries!

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It will take years to be able to produce something that isn't immediately recognizable as either too unrefined for serious consideration, too obviously derivative, or so done to death it's a cliche.

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In addition to the wonderful qualities humans have, there remains a number possible impairments with regards to self assessment: bias, delusion, deceitfulness, fancifulness, ignorance or simply an innocent unrefined skill in introspective ability.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use unrefined in a sentence?

An unrefined brain is a useless tool, no matter how smart you are.

What does unrefined mean?

not refined or processed; "unrefined ore"; "crude oil"

What part of speech is unrefined?

unrefined is commonly used as adjective.