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Adjectives Describing Sensory Experiences - Adjectives of Rough Texture

These adjectives describe the tactile qualities of surfaces that are uneven, coarse, or abrasive.

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Categorized English Adjectives Describing Sensory Experiences
rough
[Adjective]

having an uneven or jagged texture

Ex: The fabric rough to the touch , causing irritation against sensitive skin .
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crisp
[Adjective]

juicy and firm in texture when describing a fruit or vegetable

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rocky
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The landscape rocky and craggy , with cliffs rising steeply from the valley below .
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powdered
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The makeup artist powdered foundation to create a smooth , matte finish .
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flaky
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The chicken pot pie had a goldenflaky crust that encased a savory filling .
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gritty
[Adjective]

containing or resembling small, rough particles

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sandy
[Adjective]

containing or composed of sand

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coarse
[Adjective]

having a rough or uneven surface or texture

Ex: The dogcoarse fur made it well-suited for the cold weather .
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lumpy
[Adjective]

having small, sticky lumps or irregularities in texture

Ex: He noticed lumpy texture of the paint before applying it to the canvas .
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porous
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The sponge cake porous, soaking up the syrup and becoming moist .
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textured
[Adjective]

having a surface with noticeable features or patterns

Ex: She loved running her fingers over textured fabric of the sofa .
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dry
[Adjective]

lacking moisture or liquid

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frosted
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The restaurant frosted glass panels to separate dining areas without blocking light .
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sticky
[Adjective]

having a thick consistency that clings to surfaces when in contact

Ex: The jam was sticky it clung to the spoon .
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bumpy
[Adjective]

having rough or uneven movements

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prickly
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The straw mat had prickly feel , causing discomfort when walked upon barefoot .
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scratchy
[Adjective]

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

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wiry
[Adjective]

(of hair) not flexible and stiff like a wire

Ex: The elderly womanwiry gray hair framed her face in wispy tufts , adding to her eccentric charm .
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fuzzy
[Adjective]

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

Ex: fuzzy sweater felt comforting against his skin .
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gnarly
[Adjective]

twisted or knotted, often used to describe trees or branches

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