Roughened — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb adjective /ˈrə-fən/ rough·en

Meaning & Definition of Roughened

Roughened (verb)

  1. to make rough or rougher
  2. to become rough

Roughened (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not having a level or smooth surface

    "roughened hands from hard work"

    opposite: even, flat, level, plane, smooth

Roughened (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in scuffed, roughed (up)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Roughened

The most common words with a similar meaning to Roughened:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Roughened

Words with the opposite meaning of Roughened:

Near Antonyms of Roughened

Word Forms of Roughened

Inflections: roughening

Origin & Etymology of Roughened

First known use: 1582t

Frequently Asked Questions about Roughened

What does "Roughened" mean?

"Roughened" means to make rough or rougher. As an a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: to make rough or rougher. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Roughened"?

Other words for "Roughened" include broken, bumpy, coarse, irregular, jagged, lumpy, pebbly and ragged. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Roughened" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Roughened"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Roughened". Common alternatives include broken, bumpy, coarse, irregular, jagged, lumpy, pebbly, ragged, rough and rugged.

What is the opposite of "Roughened"?

Antonyms of "Roughened" include even, flat, level, plane, smooth, buffed, filed and ground. Near antonyms include exact, uniform, aligned and regular.

How do you use "Roughened" in a sentence?

Examples of "Roughened" in a sentence: "roughened hands from hard work".

Is "Roughened" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Roughened" can be used as a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Roughened"?

"Roughened" is pronounced /ˈrə-fən/ and divided into syllables as rough·en.

What is the origin of the word "Roughened"?

First known use: 1582t.