nonabrasive

adjective

non·​abra·​sive ˌnän-ə-ˈbrā-siv 

-ziv

: not abrasive

a nonabrasive cloth

nonabrasive liquid detergent

Synonyms

• balmy
• benign
• bland
• delicate
• gentle
• light
• mellow
• mild
• soft
• soothing
• tender

Examples of nonabrasive in a Sentence

nonabrasive polishes

the congregation much preferred the nonabrasive manner of the soft-spoken curate

Recent Examples on the Web

For daily cleaning, wipe with a damp, nonabrasive cloth. —Shannon Quimby, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2023

Despite a proclivity for political activism (naturally, as his father was an Obama appointee and aide), Chance remains remarkably nonabrasive, promoting God-policy over lockstep partisanship. —Jonathan Rowe, Spin, 24 Aug. 2023

Before mounting the picture hanger, clean the wall's surface with a nonabrasive cloth and a solution of warm water and mild dish soap to remove any dirt or oils. —Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023

Scrub away buildup with a nonabrasive sponge and wash in hot, soapy water. —Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1897, in the meaning defined above