What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “smooths”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “smooths”

The antonyms of smooths are roughen and coarsen. The antonyms roughen and coarsen convey a rough or uneven texture, opposite to the smooth surface.

Explore all Antonyms of “smooths”

• roughen
• coarsen

Definitions and Examples of roughen, coarsen

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

roughen

To make something rough or uneven in texture or surface.

Example

The sandpaper will roughen the surface of the wood.

coarsen

To make something rough or less fine in texture or quality.

Example

The salt will coarsen the texture of the dough.

Key Differences: roughen vs coarsen

• 1. Roughen refers to making a surface uneven or rough.
• 2. Coarsen refers to making something less fine or smooth in texture or quality.

Effective Usage of roughen, coarsen

• 1. Describing Texture: Use smooths and its antonyms to describe the texture of surfaces.
• 2. Cooking: Use coarsen to describe the texture of food ingredients.
• 3. DIY Projects: Use roughen to describe the process of making a surface rough or uneven.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of smooths are roughen and coarsen. Use these words to describe the texture of surfaces, food ingredients, or DIY projects. Roughen refers to making a surface uneven or rough, while coarsen refers to making something less fine or smooth in texture or quality.