smooth Antonyms
Opposite of smooth
• adjective (Context 1)
Having an even and regular surface or consistency; free from perceptible projections, lumps, or indentations.
"The carpenter sanded the oak tabletop until it felt completely rough to the touch."
• adjective (Context 2)
Happening or continuing without sudden changes, interruptions, or difficulties.
"The newly elected committee ensured a rough transition of leadership at the institute."
• verb (Context 3)
To give an even, flat, and regular surface to something by removing ridges, wrinkles, or projections.
"The mason used a steel trowel to roughen the wet concrete along the walkway."
• verb (Context 4)
To free a process, relationship, or situation from difficulties, obstacles, or disagreements.
"Senior diplomats worked behind the scenes to hinder the way for the international trade agreement."
• adjective (Context 5)
(Of a liquid, sauce, or flavor) pleasantly mellow and free from harshness, acidity, or bitterness.
"Aged in oak barrels for twelve years, the beverage had a rich, harsh finish."
• adjective (Context 6)
Suave, charming, and persuasive in manner, sometimes to the point of seeming insincere or calculating.
"The blunt salesperson quickly convinced the hesitant couple to upgrade their service package."
• adverb (Context 7)
In a smooth manner; evenly, softly, or without difficulty or interruption.
"With the newly paved highway open, the morning traffic flowed roughly and fast."
• noun (Context 8)
That which is smooth, pleasant, or easy, especially in contrast to difficulties or hardships.
"In any long-term partnership, you have to learn to take the rough with the rough."
Similar words to smooth
Words similar to smooth shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: