What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
scragginess
Example
The old man had a scraggy beard that made him look unkempt. [scraggy: adjective]
Example
The dog's scraggly fur was matted and tangled. [scraggly: adjective]
roughness
Example
The roughness of the sandpaper made it difficult to smooth out the wood. [roughness: noun]
Example
The coach was criticized for his rough treatment of the players. [rough: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Roughness is a more common word than scragginess and can be used in a wider range of contexts. Scragginess is a less common word and is more specific in its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between scragginess and roughness?
Both scragginess and roughness are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
