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Definitions

earthy

[ur-thee] / ˈɜr θi /
ADJECTIVE
unsophisticated
Synonyms
STRONGEST
down-to-earth folksy funky homey simple
WEAK
bawdy coarse crude down down and dirty down home dull easygoing hard-boiled home folk homely indelicate lowbred lusty mundane natural pragmatic ribald robust rough unidealistic uninhibited unrefined
Antonyms
WEAK
cultured elegant refined sophisticated

Example Sentences

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It’s warm and slightly earthy from the ground cumin and crumbled feta cheese.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Spices: Sumac is a great option because it’s acidic yet earthy, tart and slightly lemony, Chavez explains.

From Salon • Feb. 26, 2026

Many of the looks featured this season's favourite colour - chocolate brown, along with earthy beiges and crisp whites.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

Before the night goes to vampire hell, all eyes are on Sammie in earthy and gold tones as he sings “I Lied to You.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

I put a pan on the stove and dry toasted the cacao nibs, tingeing the air with the earthy scent I loved.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.