rasp
The word “rasp” has 1 syllable: rasp
It's pronounced as /ɹæsp/
What is synonym and antonym for rasp?
In the thesaurus, “rasp” has 18 synonyms and 13 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for rasp along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for rasp
- annoy
- bother
- bug
- creak
- erode
- file
- fray
- grate
- grind
- irritate
- persecute
- polish
- rub
- sand
- scrape
- scratch
- sharpen
- wear
Antonyms for rasp
Meanings of rasp
- noun
- A coarse file, on which the cutting prominences are distinct points raised by the oblique stroke of a sharp punch, instead of lines raised by a chisel, as on the true file.
- The sound made by this tool when used, or any similar sound.
- The raspberry.
- verb
- To use a rasp.
- To make a noise similar to the one a rasp makes in use; to utter rasps.
- To work something with a rasp.
- To grate harshly upon; to offend by coarse or rough treatment or language.
Example Sentences
- The old man’s voice had a rough rasp after years of smoking.
- He used a rasp to smooth the edges of the wooden table.
- The patient’s dry throat produced a painful rasp when speaking.
- The metal file made a harsh rasp against the surface.
- His breath came out in a heavy rasp after the long run.
On this page you'll find 31 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to rasp, such as: annoy, appease, bother, bug, conciliate, creak, delight.
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