The difference between Coarse and Gritty

When used as adjectives, coarse means composed of large parts or particles, whereas gritty means containing sand or grit.


check bellow for the other definitions of Coarse and Gritty

  1. Coarse as an adjective:

    Composed of large parts or particles; of inferior quality or appearance; not fine in material or close in texture.

  2. Coarse as an adjective:

    Lacking refinement, taste or delicacy

    Examples:

    "coarse manners"

    "coarse language"

  1. Gritty as an adjective:

    Containing sand or grit; consisting of grit; caused by grit; full of hard particles.

  2. Gritty as an adjective:

    Spirited; resolute; unyielding.

  3. Gritty as an adjective (film, literature):

    Intense and starkly realistic, especially if violent.