# crass

/ˈkɹæs/ (US) · /kɹˈɑːs/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/crass
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

showing a lack of taste, sensitivity, or good manners. You use this to describe someone who is rude or makes a situation feel uncomfortable.

For teachers: lacking refinement, sensitivity, or good taste; showing a lack of social grace or sophistication. Often used to describe behavior that is tactless or insensitive to others.

## Examples

- His crass comments made everyone in the room uncomfortable.
- The politician's crass remarks about his opponent's personal life were widely criticized by the media.
- The film's crass attempt at humor failed to resonate with the audience, who felt the jokes were more offensive than funny.

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