SCUFFING (UP) Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

scuffing (up)

verb

present participle of scuff (up)

as in roughing (up)

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ruffling

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Adding more drama to the lingerie look, Waterhouse wore a light pink tulle boudoir-style robe with ruffling.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 24 July 2026
Mayor Dean Trantalis, Commissioner Steven Glassman and Commissioner John Herbst took issue with her leadership, accusing her of being dismissive to subordinates and ruffling too many feathers.

— Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

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