PEBBLY Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

pebbly

adjective

Definition of pebbly

as in jagged

not having a level or smooth surface a jerky ride on a pebbly road the rubber handles have a pebbly texture that makes them easier to grip when they are wet

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Recent Examples of pebbly The pebbly, black-sand beach is known for its calm waters, perfect for swimming. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 The vineyards lie in the Canavese, on the sandy, pebbly slopes of the Ivrea morainic amphitheatre, a vast glacial relief north of Turin that spills into the provinces of Biella and Vercelli. — Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026 In contrast to the crowded and pebbly shores of Sarandë is Gjipe Beach, recently voted one of the best beaches in the world. — Samia Qaiyum, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 July 2024

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Adjective

Between them is a round glass table by Courtney Applebaum with three jagged slabs for legs.

— Genevieve Walker, Architectural Digest, 2 Aug. 2026
The flouncy skirts with jagged edges of different lengths brings a touch of whimsy to any look.

— Tessa Petak, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of jagged

Adjective

Bohm has endured an uneven campaign, showcasing both encouraging offense and periods of struggle, raising concerns about his viability in a contract year.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Fans of celebrity bald eagle Jackie are again grappling with troubling news about her health, the latest downturn in an uneven recovery since her rescue near Big Bear Lake last month.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of uneven

Adjective

The Fishlake National Forest blaze near Kanosh has surged to 165 square miles, with only 19% contained, forcing evacuations, destroying structures and drawing more than 600 firefighters into rugged terrain.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
On June 27, members of the Rifle Interagency Helitack Crew spent the morning working on two fires burning in rugged red rock country on the Colorado-Utah border.

— Murphy Woodhouse, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of rugged

Adjective

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has had a rough year, and in a cynical way, that makes for great TV.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
When the economy hits rougher patches, employers curtail hiring or tend to favor experienced workers, businesses lean more on technology to fill any labor gaps, and some consumers pull back on discretionary spending.

— Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

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