Definitions
adj. Having an uneven surface that is not smooth.
粗糙的；不平的
adj. Not exact, detailed, or completely finished.
粗略的；大致的
adj. Difficult to experience, or involving strong, uncontrolled movement or force.
艰难的；动荡的；猛烈的
Example
The rough wooden bench scratched my bare legs.
粗糙的木长凳刮到了我裸露的小腿。
A rough estimate of construction costs can help local authorities decide whether a housing project is affordable.
粗略估算建筑成本有助于地方政府判断是否负担得起某个住房项目。
Collocations
- a rough surface
- a rough estimate
- a rough time
- rough seas
Word family
- roughly (adv.)
- roughness (n.)
- roughen (v.)
Synonyms
- uneven
- approximate
Antonyms
- smooth
- precise
Usage tip
rough estimate是粗略估计；rough中的gh发/f/。
FAQ
- What does rough mean?
- Having an uneven surface that is not smooth. Not exact, detailed, or completely finished. Difficult to experience, or involving strong, uncontrolled movement or force.
- How is rough pronounced?
- UK /rʌf/, US /rʌf/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
