GRAINED Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

grained

adjective

as in coarse

made up of large particles the sugar in some countries has a much more grained consistency than what we're used to in the U.S.

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Recent Examples of grained The brand’s classic coats were joined by handsome bomber jackets in grained leather or suede, cocooning puffers and enveloping shearling jackets and stoles that were lined with contrasting napa for extra luxe. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026

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Biting lines such as these come frequently from Diplo, who has little in the way of a filter and a coarse sense of humor, especially on social media.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
In a mortar and pestle, crush the coriander seeds and peppercorns until cracked but still coarse.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of coarse

Adjective

This view is shared by several other exchange operators, which oppose the CFTC’s creation of granular rules meant to obstruct affiliates.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 8 Oct. 2026
The one downside to writing ballot questions in the easiest-to-understand language possible, is that many of the granular details will be cut.

— The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of granular

Adjective

In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
Turbinado sugar, also known as raw sugar, has crystals that are coarser and darker than granulated or brown sugar.

— Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025

Definition of granulated

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