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单词 abrasive
释义

abrasive

1 of 2

adjective

abra·​sive ə-ˈbrā-siv How to pronounce abrasive (audio)
-ziv
1
: causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
abrasive compounds for whitening teeth
an abrasive surface
2
: causing irritation
abrasive manners
an abrasive personality
abrasively adverb
abrasiveness noun

abrasive

2 of 2

noun

: a substance (such as emery or pumice) used for abrading, smoothing, or polishing
used an abrasive for polishing the rough stones

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Abrasive Has Latin Roots

Once upon a time, English had abrade and abrase. While abrade remains a familiar word, abrase is rare but survives in abrasive. Both verbs come from abrādere, meaning "to remove by rubbing" or "to scrape off."

Synonyms

Adjective

  • aggravating
  • annoying
  • bothersome
  • carking
  • chafing
  • disturbing
  • exasperating
  • frustrating
  • galling
  • irksome
  • irritating
  • maddening
  • nettlesome
  • nettling
  • peeving
  • pesky
  • pestiferous
  • pestilent
  • pestilential
  • pesty
  • plaguey
  • plaguy
  • rankling
  • rebarbative
  • riling
  • vexatious
  • vexing
See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

Adjective The waves had an abrasive action on the rocks. an abrasive display of rude behavior
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Groene, a blunt-spoken, often abrasive Republican who clashed with Democratic colleagues, also ended his candidacy to become a University of Nebraska Regent after the scandal came to light. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 25 July 2022 Recently that means abrasive and difficult (yet often very funny) works by the likes of Samuel Beckett, Sam Shepard and Qui Nguyen. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 There’s really no need to use a face scrub, especially one that is that harsh or abrasive. Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 The survey also found that women are more likely to be described as opinionated and abrasive, while men are more likely to be described as ambitious and confident. Darreonna Davis, Forbes, 15 June 2022 The hard-hitting formula includes apricot kernel powder, which gently exfoliates without being harsh or abrasive. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Mar. 2022 And following it with an abrasive product like toner — as Kardashian recommends— can be even more damaging, according to Howard. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 12 July 2022 While toilet paper can be abrasive, a bidet delivers a more soothing stream of water to sensitive areas. Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2021 His new book, Because Our Fathers Lied, is a valiant and abrasive attempt to sift through a legacy his father refused to abjure. Noah Kulwin, The New Republic, 6 July 2022
Noun
Baking soda is a gentle abrasive that cleans surfaces without scratching. Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2021 The tool has three sides, each with a different abrasive that’s designed for dry sharpening. Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 23 Feb. 2021 While the abrasive also has a big impact, slow-speed air sanders tend to bog down on softer surfaces like wood. Bob Beacham, chicagotribune.com, 12 Sep. 2020 Stubborn marks may need a gentle abrasive that won't scratch off paint finishes. Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 7 Aug. 2020 When using a whitening toothpaste, always be sure to apply it with a soft or extra-soft bristled toothbrush to help counter the harsh abrasives in the paste that scrub off stains, says Sammadar. Brittany Loggins, Health.com, 22 Apr. 2020 Though Clorox wipes are okay to use, Apple still advises against using bleach, aerosol sprays, and abrasives. Isabel Garcia, House Beautiful, 10 Mar. 2020 Specifically, the multi-heavy mineral prospect consists of abrasives garne and epidote, and zircon, magnetite and gold. Elwood Brehmer, Anchorage Daily News, 7 Nov. 2019 The gentle abrasives in these formulas will help loosen stubborn residue that needs a bit of a nudge but isn’t totally welded onto your glass. Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 30 Apr. 2019 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

Latin abrāsus, past participle of abrādere "to scrape off, abrade" + -ive

Noun

derivative of abrasive entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1850, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

abrasive 1 of 2

noun

abra·​sive ə-ˈbrā-siv How to pronounce abrasive (audio)
: a substance for grinding, smoothing, or polishing

abrasive

2 of 2

adjective

1
: causing damage or wear by rubbing
2
: very unpleasant or irritating
an abrasive voice

Medical Definition

abrasive 1 of 2

adjective

abra·​sive ə-ˈbrā-siv How to pronounce abrasive (audio) -ziv How to pronounce abrasive (audio)
: tending to abrade
an abrasive substance

abrasive

2 of 2

noun

: a substance (as emery or pumice) used for abrading, smoothing, or polishing

called also abradant

abrasive

adjective

as in irritating
causing annoyance an abrasive display of rude behavior

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • irritating
  • annoying
  • frustrating
  • disturbing
  • aggravating
  • exasperating
  • rebarbative
  • irksome
  • maddening
  • vexatious
  • bothersome
  • painful
  • nettling
  • nettlesome
  • vexing
  • pestilential
  • distractive
  • pestiferous
  • chafing
  • riling
  • galling
  • pesty
  • pesky
  • plaguey
  • rankling
  • carking
  • pestilent
  • peeving
  • infuriating
  • biting
  • stressful
  • mischievous
  • troublesome
  • plaguy
  • offensive
  • displeasing
  • upsetting
  • enraging
  • burdensome
  • discomforting
  • bratty
  • troubling
  • importunate
  • disquieting
  • angering
  • tiresome
  • inconveniencing
  • distressing
  • grating
  • brattish
  • jarring
  • importune
  • spiny
  • trying
  • worrisome
  • thorny
  • jangling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • delightful
  • pleasing
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