smooth

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having a surface that is free from roughness or friction.

  - "The river was smooth and calm."
  - "The baby's skin was smooth and soft."

• Verb

  Making something run smoothly or easily.

  - "He smoothed out the wrinkles in the fabric."
  - "The manager smoothed the way for the project's approval."

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Pronunciation

1. /smuːð/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

bumpy , rough , uneven

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Synonyms

even , fluid

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with smooth
moth , both , growth , wroth , bother , other

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Variants

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smooth , smoother , smoothest , smoothly , smoothness , smoothnesses , smoothed , smoothers , smoothes , smoothing , smooths , smooth breathing , smooth breathings , smooth fox terrier , smooth hound , smooth hounds , smooth muscle , smooth muscles , smooth sailing , smooth-tongued , smooth a path

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Etymology

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Old English smoth, from smitan 'to strike, beat, or rub' + thu 'past participle suffix'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'smooth operator' is used to describe someone who is charming and manipulative.

2. The term 'smoothie' is a blended drink made from fruit, ice, and other ingredients.

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Related Concepts

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1. Rough: Opposite of smooth. Having a surface or texture that is uneven or has friction.

2. Sleek: Similar to smooth, but implies a glossy or shiny surface.

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Culture

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In literature, 'smooth' is often used metaphorically to describe a person who is charming and deceitful. In music, a 'smooth' genre refers to R&B, soul, and jazz music with a mellow and relaxed sound.

How to Memorize "smooth"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a calm lake with a smooth surface.
   - Visualize running your hand over a piece of silk.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'smooth' with the feeling of velvet.
   - Think of a baby's skin as an example of something smooth.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Smooth Sailing' to remember the definition of smooth.

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