sandpapery

The word “sandpapery” has 4 syllables: sand-pa-per-y.

It's pronounced as /ˈsændˌpeɪ.pər.i/.


What is synonym and antonym for sandpapery?

In the thesaurus, “sandpapery” has 9 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for sandpapery along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for sandpapery

  • burred
  • harsh
  • knobbly
  • knobby
  • knurled
  • nubbly
  • nubby
  • scraggly
  • scratchy

Antonyms for sandpapery

  • even
  • flat
  • level
  • regular
  • smooth
  • uniform

Example Sentences

  • The texture of the freshly painted wall felt sandpapery under his fingertips.
  • Her hands were rough and sandpapery from hours of woodworking.
  • The leaves of the plant had a sandpapery texture, making them less appealing to touch.
  • The cat's tongue felt sandpapery as it licked its fur clean.
  • After walking barefoot on the sandpapery surface of the beach, his feet felt exfoliated and smooth.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to sandpapery, such as: burred, even, flat, harsh, knobbly, knobby, knurled.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


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