Rough

/ɹʌf/

The meaning and definition of Rough, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective

Violent; not careful or subtle
“This box has been through some rough handling.”
Loud and hoarse; offensive to the ear; harsh; grating.
“a rough tone; a rough voice”

verb

To create in an approximate form.
“Rough in the shape first, then polish the details.”
To commit the offense of roughing, i.e. to punch another player.

Antonyms smooth

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