English / idiom
Diamond in the Rough
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A person with exceptional inherent talent or character whose qualities need refinement to shine fully.
In context
01
Don't envy the polished candidates; our humble new recruit is a diamond in the rough who will soon outshine them.
02
Learning self-acceptance helped her realize that she was a diamond in the rough, not an underachiever.
Synonyms
unpolished gem,hidden talent,raw potential
Antonyms
polished article,finished product,show-off
Collocations
true diamond in the rough,spot a diamond in the rough,hidden diamond in the rough