Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Smoothing.
Smoothing - as an adjective
Having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities
Example: "Smooth skin"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
rough(music) without breaks between notes; smooth and connected
Example: "A legato passage"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
legatoOf motion that runs or flows or proceeds without jolts or turbulence
Example: "A smooth ride"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
roughSmoothing - as a noun
The act of smoothing
Example: "He gave his hair a quick smooth"
Smoothing - as an adjective satellite
Smoothly agreeable and courteous with a degree of sophistication
Example: "He was too politic to quarrel with so important a personage"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blandpoliticsuaveSmooth and unconstrained in movement
Example: "A long, smooth stride"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fluentfluidliquidLacking obstructions or difficulties
Example: "The bill's path through the legislature was smooth and orderly"
Smoothing - as a verb
Make smooth or smoother, as if by rubbing
Example: "Smooth the surface of the wood"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smoothenHypernyms (Closely Related)
change surfaceHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
roughenMake (a surface) shine
Example: "Shine the silver, please"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
polishshinesmoothenHypernyms (Closely Related)
beautifyembellishfancifyprettifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Free from obstructions
Example: "Smooth the way towards peace negotiations"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smooth outExample Sentences
"The smoothing of wrinkles using a specialized cream can make the skin appear younger."
"I applied a smoothing gel to my hair to make it more manageable."
"The pottery exhibit showcased a variety of vases with beautiful smoothing on their surfaces."
"The artist used gentle brushstrokes to create a smoothing effect in the painting."
"She gave her wooden table a thorough sanding for a perfect smoothing finish."
Word Game Points
Is SMOOTHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, smoothing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SMOOTHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is SMOOTHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, smoothing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSMOOTHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is SMOOTHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, smoothing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSMOOTHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
