abrade
The word “abrade” has 2 syllables: a-brade.
It's pronounced as /əˈbreɪd/.
What is synonym and antonym for abrade?
In the thesaurus, “abrade” has 6 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abrade along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abrade
- erode
- fray
- irritate
- scrape
- scratch
- wear
Antonyms for abrade
- polish
- smooth
- soften
Meanings of abrade
- verb
- To rub or wear off; erode.
- To wear down or exhaust, as a person; irritate.
- To irritate by rubbing; chafe.
- To cause the surface to become more rough.
- To undergo abrasion.
- To wrench (something) out.
- To wake up.
- To spring, start, make a sudden movement.
- To shout out.
- To rise in the stomach with nausea.
Example Sentences
- Be careful not to abrade the delicate surface of the antique table.
- The constant friction can abrade the metal over time, causing it to wear down.
- Sandpaper is commonly used to abrade rough surfaces and prepare them for painting.
- The strong winds can abrade the exposed rocks along the coastline, shaping them into unique formations.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals that could abrade the finish on your wooden furniture.
On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abrade, such as: erode, fray, irritate, polish, scrape, scratch, smooth.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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sandblast
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sandpapered
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- coated
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- filed
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- sandblasted
- sanded
- scoured
- scraped
- scrubbed
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sandpapers
- abrades
- files
- gnaws
- grazes
- sandblasts
- scours
- scrapes
- scuffs
- shaves