1. the quality of being crude, rough, or unrefined in manner or appearance
2. lack of skill or finish in execution or construction
3. offensive or vulgar behavior or language

Examples

• The crudity of his table manners embarrassed his dinner companions.
• Despite the painting’s artistic merit, its technical crudity was evident.
• The comedian’s crudity offended many audience members.
• The crudity of the early tools contrasted sharply with modern equipment.
• She was shocked by the crudity of his language.
• The sculpture’s deliberate crudity was part of its artistic appeal.
• His social crudity made him unwelcome at formal gatherings.