🪣abrasive

adjective
/əˈbreɪsɪv/

Meaning

harsh, rough, or capable of wearing down by rubbing

Example Sentences

His abrasive tone made everyone uncomfortable.

Example Expressions

abrasive personality

Synonyms

harsh, rough, coarse, caustic

Antonyms

gentle, smooth, pleasant

Collocations

abrasive surface, abrasive tone, abrasive cleaner

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