English Adjectives for "Rough Textures"

rough

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having an uneven or jagged texture

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

smooth

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His hands were calloused and rough from years of manual labor.

The sandpaper had a rough texture, perfect for smoothing out rough surfaces.

crisp

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juicy and firm in texture when describing a fruit or vegetable

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

rocky

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having a surface that is covered with large, uneven, or rough rocks, stones, or boulders

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

powdered

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made up of very fine particles, often dry and loose in texture

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

flaky

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having a texture that easily breaks into small, thin layers or pieces

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

gritty

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containing or resembling small, rough particles

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

sandy

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containing or composed of sand

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

argillaceous

coarse

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having a rough or uneven surface or texture

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

fine

lumpy

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having small, sticky lumps or irregularities in texture

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

porous

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containing small holes or gaps, allowing liquid or air to pass through

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

nonporous

textured

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having a surface with noticeable features or patterns

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

dry

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lacking moisture or liquid

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

wet

frosted

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(of glass) having a textured surface that diffuses light for privacy while still letting light through

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

sticky

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having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

bumpy

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having rough or uneven movements

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

smooth

prickly

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having a texture that feels sharp, spiky, or rough to the touch

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

scratchy

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having a rough, irritating surface or texture that causes discomfort or irritation

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

wiry

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(of hair) not flexible and stiff like a wire

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

fuzzy

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covered with fine short hair or fibers, often giving a soft texture

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

gnarly

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twisted or knotted, often used to describe trees or branches

coarse harsh rough-textured scratchy

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