raw
Not cooked or changed by heat or other processes.
Not having been cooked, processed, or prepared by heat or other methods.
In its natural state, not changed or made ready for use.
In its natural, unprocessed condition; not refined or finished.
When skin is hurt and feels sore because of rubbing or damage.
Having the surface of the skin sore, red, and painful due to injury, rubbing, or inflammation.
Cold and wet in a way that feels unpleasant.
Uncomfortably cold, damp, and chilly, typically describing weather or air.
Showing strong feelings in a way that is very open and not controlled.
Displaying intense and unfiltered emotion; lacking subtlety or polish.
- Base: raw
in the raw
1In natural state or naked
In a completely natural state, or without clothes.
- The documentary shows life in the raw.
- He was caught swimming in the raw.
raw deal
1Unfair treatment or outcome
An unfair situation or result for someone.
- He got a raw deal when they fired him without notice.
- That was a raw deal for the players who trained so hard.
raw talent
1Natural ability without training
A natural skill that someone has without practice or training.
- She has raw talent that needs guidance and practice.
- The coach spotted her raw talent immediately.
- The coach saw raw talent in the young player.
- His painting shows raw talent despite no formal lessons.