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abrasion Synonyms

Another word for abrasion

Choosing another word for abrasion depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An area damaged by scraping or wearing away, especially a superficial wound to the skin or mucous membrane.

Usage Example

"The cyclist escaped the fall with only minor bruises and a small scrape on his elbow."

Strongest
scrape
graze
Strong
scratch
excoriation
scuff
chafe

• noun (Context 2)

The process of scraping or wearing down a surface by friction or mechanical erosion.

Usage Example

"Protective coatings are applied to the machinery to prevent metal fatigue and surface attrition."

Strongest
attrition
Strong
erosion
wear
corrasion
friction
wear and tear
chafing
rubbing

Opposites of abrasion

The opposite of abrasion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

accretion
deposition
See all opposites of abrasion

• Nearby Words

abracadabra
abrade
abram
abrasion
abrasive
abrasively
abrasiveness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Abrasion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/abrasion
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