Definition

Not made smooth; having a rough or uneven surface.

Example

The unsmoothed surface of the table made it difficult to write on.

Conversation

I just got some new furniture, but the table is a bit unsmoothed on the edges.

Oh really? That sounds rough; you might want to sand it down.

Yeah, I was thinking of doing that to make it safer for the kids.

Definitely a good idea — unsmoothed edges can be a hazard.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsmoothed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "smoothed" (from Old English "smythian", meaning to make smooth). The word "unsmoothed" means not made smooth or rough in texture.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') making something 'smooth' — that's why unsmoothed means it hasn't been made smooth.

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