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Having an even surface with no roughness, bumps, or holes
“I will need a smooth surface for the floor of my dance studio.”
Having a glossy finish
“A polish brings paint to a smooth finish by getting rid of contaminants below the surface.”
Having a very fine texture to touch
“This is a medium-weight, smooth and silky fabric with a satiny, lustrous finish.”
Free from interruptions or stoppages
“A technical team is always available to ensure the smooth running of our computer systems.”
Without obstructions or difficulties
“The running of the event was surprisingly smooth and without a hitch.”
Polite, elegant, and sophisticated in manner
“Carla was impressed with how smooth the gentleman was, but would ultimately still turn him down.”
Not harsh in taste
“Asafoetida has a fetid smell but in cooked dishes it delivers a smooth flavor reminiscent of leeks.”
(of voice or tone) Sweet or melodious to the ear
“Mozart loved the smooth, resonant tone of the clarinet.”
(of a body of water) Placid and undisturbed
“We sat by the smooth waters of the lake while enjoying the sunset.”
Having a smooth texture or consistency, free from lumps
“Continue to add milk until a smooth, lump-free liquid begins to form.”
Lacking in, or devoid of, hair
“Arthur emerged from the salon with a face that was smooth and youthful. Even Dutch was impressed.”
Complimentary or flattering to an excessive degree
Moving gracefully with ease
Showing or having skill, especially with the hands
Having or being a slippery surface
Able to persuade or convince
Clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods
Having or showing keen discernment, sound judgment, and farsightedness
Talking easily and at length
Without wrinkles or ruffles
Designed or configured to run smoothly or efficiently
Having a streamlined design or structure
Characterized by a lack of sincerity
Not physically obstructed
Well-defined and pleasing in shape or form
(slang) Smart in appearance
Free from defect or error
Bitingly humorous or amusing
Easy or enjoyable to read
Without defects or blemishes, including freckles or knots
(of sound or color) Free from anything that dulls or dims
Simple and somewhat glib or unconvincing
Lacking any marked or noticeable divisions or separations
Resembling syrup or some aspect of it
(of a man) Aesthetically pleasing to view or look at
Being covered, overgrown, or adorned with moss
Very fine, thin or flimsy in structure or material
The pleasantness of warm and sunny weather
To free from breaks, curves, or bumps
“She ran her hands across the crumpled sheets to smooth them.”
To hasten or facilitate the progress of
“A new regulatory body has been established to smooth the way for privatization of companies.”
(smooth over) To resolve, or work towards resolving an issue or conflict
“We had to call in a mediator to smooth over the situation between the two hotheads.”
To make smooth or glossy by applying surface pressure
“The artisan would use sandpaper to smooth the grain of the wood.”
To groom or primp oneself
To lubricate, coat, or impregnate with oil
To untangle or arrange (the hair) by drawing a comb through it
To make uniform or similar
To act as a mediator between two parties
To improve in quality or accuracy
To apply massage or knead, especially with one's hands
To apply as a coating
To hit lightly and repeatedly with to make flat or to change the shape of
To restore peaceful or harmonious relations between two or more parties
To apply a surface or layer to something, especially for protection
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