What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
frictionless
Example
The ball rolled smoothly on the frictionless surface. [frictionless: adjective]
Example
The company aims to create a frictionless experience for its customers. [frictionless: adjective]
smooth
Example
The baby's skin was soft and smooth. [smooth: adjective]
Example
The project went smoothly without any major issues. [smoothly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Smooth is a more common word than frictionless in everyday language and is used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between frictionless and smooth?
Both frictionless and smooth can be used in formal and informal contexts, but frictionless may be more commonly used in technical or scientific settings.
