adjective
- roughly shaped or cut, especially from wood or stone, without smooth finishing
- lacking refinement or sophistication; rugged in manner or appearance
Examples
- The cabin was built with roughhewn logs that gave it a rustic charm.
- Roughhewn stone blocks formed the foundation of the ancient castle.
- His roughhewn manners contrasted sharply with the elegant dinner party.
- The artist preferred roughhewn sculptures that showed the natural texture of the wood.
- The roughhewn beams in the ceiling added character to the old farmhouse.
- Despite his roughhewn appearance, he was surprisingly gentle and kind.