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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for granulated
  1. coarse
  2. grained
  3. granular
  4. sandy
Adjective
  • After drying, stick the cuttings into small pots filled with coarse potting soil to ensure proper drainage.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026
  • Emily Young, a spokesperson for the Lake County Health Department, said in an email that there are fine particulates and coarse particulates.
    — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Definition of coarse
Adjective
  • The brand’s classic coats were joined by handsome bomber jackets in grained leather or suede, cocooning puffers and enveloping shearling jackets and stoles that were lined with contrasting napa for extra luxe.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Definition of grained
Adjective
  • As with containers, apply a granular fertilizer once or twice per summer, or a liquid product with watering at the frequency recommended on the label.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
  • More granular controls over the Liquid Glass design system are a major attraction as well.
    — Edward Mendelson, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026
Definition of granular
Adjective
  • Porto Santo Porto Santo appeals to travelers seeking privacy within Portugal's Madeira archipelago, where a nine-kilometer sandy beach sets it apart from Madeira's rugged, rocky coastline.
    — Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Brace for notorious Keyserville Road, a long sandy slope where some cyclists dismount and push.
    — Pam LeBlanc, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
Definition of sandy

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