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smooth

Pronunciation: [/smuːð/]

Word

Learn how to use smooth in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “texture”

(adjective) when something is even and flat, like a surface without any bumps or roughness. A smooth road is easy to drive on because it's not bumpy.

Example

The ice cream was smooth and creamy.

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The bumpy road made the ride very uncomfortable.

Example

Is the surface of the table smooth or rough?

Context: “physical movement”

(verb) to glide or move without any sudden bumps or jerks. When you move your hand gently over something without any stops, that's a smooth movement.

Example

She smoothed the wrinkles out of the fabric before sewing.

Example

The car's engine was rough and didn't run smoothly.

Example

Can you smooth out the creases in this shirt?

Context: “behavior”

(adjective) when someone is calm, cool, and doesn't show strong emotions. If someone is not getting angry easily and reacts calmly, they are smooth.

Example

He handled the difficult situation smoothly and remained composed.

Example

Her response was not smooth; she became upset very quickly.

Example

How did she manage to stay so smooth under pressure?

How to pronounce smooth

Pronunciation: [/smuːð/]

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