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smooth
01
having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities
Examples
The marble countertop was smooth to the touch.
She admired the smooth finish of the wooden table.
02
characterized by a continuous and even movement
Examples
The car 's smooth ride made the long journey enjoyable.
He executed the dance moves with a smooth fluidity that impressed the audience.
Examples
His smooth demeanor made everyone feel at ease during the meeting.
She had a smooth way of expressing her ideas that captivated the audience.
04
melodious and pleasing to the ear, often characterized by a gentle flow and a refined quality
Examples
The artist ’s smooth vocals made the ballad incredibly soothing to listen to.
The jazz band played a smooth melody that set a relaxed atmosphere in the lounge.
Examples
The smooth waters of the pond were ideal for fishing, with no disturbances to scare away the fish.
The lake was smooth in the early morning light, reflecting the surrounding mountains perfectly.
06
free from obstacles or difficulties
Examples
The smooth negotiation process led to a successful agreement for both parties.
Having a smooth workflow allowed the team to meet their deadlines easily.
to smooth
Examples
The painter smoothed the wall before applying a fresh coat of paint.
She used a sanding block to smooth the rough edges of the wooden plank.
1.1
to make hair or feather neat and tidy
Transitive: to smooth hair or feather
Examples
The bird paused to smooth its feathers, preparing for a graceful flight.
She smoothed her hair with her fingers, ensuring it looked perfect for the party.
02
to remove obstacles or difficulties
Transitive: to smooth a process or obstacle
Examples
The manager smoothed the negotiation process by addressing concerns from both parties.
She smoothed the transition for new employees by providing comprehensive training and support.
03
to flatten or steady one’s facial expression, achieving a calm or emotionless appearance
Transitive: to smooth one’s facial expression
Examples
He smoothed his face, concealing any signs of distress during the tense conversation.
Before addressing the crowd, she took a moment to smooth her expression and project confidence.
04
to make a graph or data set more even by removing bumps or fluctuations
Transitive: to smooth a graph or data set
Examples
The scientist smoothed the data points to make the trends easier to interpret.
Using a moving average, she smoothed the sales figures for better analysis.
Smooth
01
the act or process of making something even
Examples
The smooth took longer than expected, but the results were worth it.
After several attempts at a smooth, the table was finally ready for display.
Lexical Tree
smoothly
smoothness
unsmooth
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