Definition of smooth - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
texturehaving an even and regular surface
- The table was smooth, perfect for writing..
2.
fluentflowing without obstruction or hesitation
- She delivered a smooth presentation.
3.
personalitysuave and charming, often in a deceptive way
- He was too smooth, which made her suspicious..
4.
movementuninterrupted, without harshness or jolts
- The car ride was smooth despite the bumpy road..
5.
processwithout difficulty or problems
- The project went smooth from start to finish.
6.
waterplacid and calm water
- The lake was smooth and serene.
7.
texturenot grainy food or drink
- The smoothie was smooth and creamy.
8.
tastepleasantly rounded flavor in a beverage
- The wine had a smooth taste.
Verb
1.
flatteningmake a surface even or flat
- She smoothed the wrinkles out of the fabric.
2.
easingreduce difficulties or obstacles
- He smoothed the way for the new project.
3.
calmingcalm or soothe emotions
- Her words smoothed his anxiety.
4.
data processingTECH. remove noise from dataTECH.
- The software smoothed the audio recording.
Adverb
1.
calmlyin a calm or even manner
- The car drove smooth over the newly paved road.
2.
easilywithout interruptions or difficulties
- The meeting went smooth without any issues.
Noun
1.
surfacepart that is flat and even
- The smooth of the table was shiny and clean.
2.
fashionDated UK person who dresses neatly and stylishlyDated UK
- He was known as a smooth in the 1970s.
3.
animalsRare animal with a sleek coatRare
- The smooth of the dog made it look very shiny.
Expressions with smooth
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make a surface even and free of roughness
She used a brush to smooth down her hair.
become even and flat
The fabric will smooth out after washing.
person skilled at charming and persuading others
He is a real smooth operator at parties.
make a problem seem less serious or calm a situation
She tried to smooth over the argument with a joke.
make a surface flat by removing wrinkles
She used an iron to smooth out the wrinkles in her dress.
make something less rough or sharp
He used sandpaper to smooth the edges of the wooden table.
activity without any problems or difficulties
After the initial setup, the project was smooth sailing.
person who persuades others with charming or flattering words
He is a real smooth talker at parties.
improve a difficult situation
He tried to smooth things over after the argument.
calm someone who is upset or agitated
She tried to smooth his feathers after the argument.
make a process easier or more likely to succeed
Her advice helped smooth the way for the new project.
extremely smooth, soft, and even in texture or surface
The table had a smooth as a baby's bottom finish.
extremely smooth or soft with no roughness
This table is smooth as a baby's butt!
extremely smooth in texture or operation
The new software runs smooth as butter.
very smooth and slippery
The surface of the marble was smooth as oil.
flawless and elegant in performance
His dance moves were smooth as silk.
sarcastic remark for a clumsy action
You spilled coffee on your shirt? Smooth move!
calm someone down or make them less angry
She tried to smooth his fur after the argument.
restore peace by addressing someone's concerns
The manager smoothed the client's ruffled feathers with a quick resolution.
make someone feel calm after being upset or annoyed
She tried to smooth his ruffled feelings after the argument.
remove difficulties or obstacles
They worked hard to smooth the path for the project.
accept both good and bad parts in a situation
You have to take the rough with the smooth in any job.
calm someone who is upset or angry
She tried to smooth ruffled feelings after the argument.
extremely even and without any roughness or bumps
The lake was smooth as glass this morning.
Origin of smooth
Old English, smōth (smooth)
Terms with smooth included in their meaning
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material
smooth and flexible not rough or harsh
food
large sweet fruit with smooth skin and juicy flesh
smooth surface
having a smooth, even surface without raised areas
cleaning product
substance for making surfaces shiny and smooth
shine
make a surface smooth and shiny by rubbing
texture
not smooth or even in texture
clothing
smooth clothes using heat and a flat metal tool
material quality
made from stretchy, waterproof material with smooth texture
smoothing
smooth a surface by rubbing it with abrasive paper or particles
movement
move in a wide, smooth arc
nature
type of tree with thin leaves and smooth bark
food
smooth soup made with tomatoes and cream
texture
having a smooth, soft texture like cream
design
form with a smooth, rounded surface
geometry
having smooth, rounded lines or shapes
condiment
mustard from Dijon, France with a pale yellow color and smooth texture
construction
make a surface smooth or level
nail care
smooth or shape nails using a nail file
condiment
type of mustard from France, typically smooth and strong
relationships
have smooth relations with others
smooth movement
the act of moving smoothly along a surface
smooth movement
the action of moving smoothly and effortlessly
appearance
having a shiny and smooth surface
materials
paper with a shiny smooth surface
Examples of smooth in a sentence
Her skin felt smooth to the touch. His smooth speech impressed the audience. The actor's smooth delivery captivated everyone. His smooth talk won over the crowd. She found his smooth demeanor unsettling. Her dance moves were smooth and graceful.
The transition between scenes was smooth and seamless. The meeting proceeded smooth without any interruptions. Everything went smooth during the wedding ceremony. The ocean was smooth after the storm passed. The river's surface was smooth and reflected the sky. Blend the soup until it is smooth. This yogurt has a smooth texture. This coffee has a smooth finish. She ordered a smooth, mellow whiskey. He smoothed the clay with his hands. The carpenter smoothed the wood before painting. She smoothed over the issues with her negotiation skills. They smoothed the transition to the new system. Music helped smooth the tense atmosphere. He tried to smooth the team's worries before the match. The engineer smoothed the data to improve accuracy. They smoothed the graph to highlight trends. She spoke smooth, calming everyone in the room. The negotiations went smooth, without any interruptions. The project was completed smooth and on time. Everything ran smooth during the event. He admired the smooth of the marble statue. The smooth of the ice made it perfect for skating. In high school, he was the smooth everyone admired. She aspired to be a smooth, always keeping up with trends. The smooth of the horse was admired by the judges. Grooming the smooth of the cat was a daily routine.
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- French:lisse, lisser, ...
- German:glatt, glätten, ...
- Italian:levigato, spianare, ...
- Spanish:liso, alisar, ...
- Portuguese:liso, alisar, ...
- Chinese:光滑的, 抚平, ...
- Japanese:滑らかな, 伸ばす, ...
- Arabic:أَمْلَس, سوّى, ...
- Hebrew:חָלָק, לְהַחְלִיק, ...
- Russian:гладкий, разглаживать, ...
- Ukrainian:гладкий, гладити, ...
- Hindi:चिकना, समतल करना, ...
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