GRANULATED Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

granulated

adjective

as in coarse

made up of large particles don't use powdered sugar in that recipe, use granulated sugar

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Recent Examples of granulated Turbinado sugar, also known as raw sugar, has crystals that are coarser and darker than granulated or brown sugar. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 18 Dec. 2025 In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl, with a hand mixer nearby), add softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025

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Adjective

Many alternative plant fibers are shorter, coarser and less elastic than cotton or wool, complicating processing on conventional machinery.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Add shortening and continue cutting in until flour is pale yellow and resembles coarse cornmeal with butter bits no larger than small peas.

— Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

Definition of coarse

Adjective

That kind of granular information is important for emergency responders in the field and planners who make decisions about calling for extra help or ordering evacuations.

— Eric Niiler, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Sonnenfeld’s diagnosis is the most granular, naming specific institutions and explaining their paralysis one by one.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 July 2026

Definition of granular

Adjective

Hawai’i is home to a variety of beaches, from white sandy beaches to rocky shorelines; a day at the beach can differ greatly from one area to another.

— Laurie Lyons-Makaimoku, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Yet another photo saw Hudson washing her feet after a sandy beach session, accessorizing with her straw hat and an oversized straw bag.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 7 July 2026

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