smoothness
smoothness Lexical Profile
smoothness Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The quality or state of having an even and regular surface or consistency, free from lumps, ridges, or projections.
"The carpenter sanded the oak tabletop until he achieved the desired smoothness."
The quality of happening or proceeding easily and continuously without interruption, difficulty, or sudden jarring movements.
"The smoothness of the transition to the new software surprised the entire department."
A pleasantly mild, mellow flavor or texture, free from harshness, bitterness, or acidity.
"Aging the coffee beans in wooden barrels gives the brew an exceptional smoothness."
Suave, charming, and polished manner or speech, sometimes suggesting superficiality or insincerity.
"He answered the tough questions with the practiced smoothness of a veteran diplomat."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English smēþnes, derived from smōþ ('smooth, even') and the noun-forming suffix -nes.