SMOOTHES Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

smooths

verb

variants also smoothes

present tense third-person singular of smooth

as in facilitates

to free from obstruction or difficulty a willingness to compromise will smooth the way to an early agreement

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as in flattens

to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps the workers smoothed the surface of the concrete before letting it dry

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as in rubs

to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure used fine sandpaper to smooth the face of the wood

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Recent Examples of smooths Researchers solved this issue by creating a dual processing technique that smooths the material surface and manages how the crystals form. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026 Yearly stats just smoothes everything out to a more meaningless middle. — Michael Salfino, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 This flattering style smooths the neck, concealing wrinkles and adding definition to the jawline by hiding a double chin or loose skin. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 11 Sep. 2026 The extra-wide band smooths back and sides with a buttery soft fabric for no-chafing comfort. — ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026 The Bed Head Wave Artist styler has a uniquely structured barrel that can create soft or defined waves plus ceramic technology that smooths frizz. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 2 Sep. 2026 After a thorough cleanse and gua sha to encourage lymphatic drainage, Galina smooths on a cooling mask and leaves it to work its magic while turning her attention to my scalp. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026 At its center is wild soybean extract fermented for a whopping 120 hours, a process that breaks down the ingredient's components and creates a lightweight, nourishing formula that smooths the look of skin texture and keeps excess sebum in check. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026 Thanks to camelia, olive, rosehip, and turmeric, this formula improves collagen production, smooths wrinkles, reduces inflammation, speeds up healing, and firms skin. — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026

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Verb

Residents deserve a candidate that prioritizes their quality of life, manages public resources and facilitates transparent communication.

— Miami Herald staff, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
That agreement does not provide services across the board to all campuses but only facilitates them.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of facilitates

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The girls do their solos, and Ericka flattens Paulina like a tractor mowing down a patch of dandelions.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2026
The balanced solvent treatment reshapes and flattens the top layer, while the chloride addition forces the bromide and iodide components to crystallize at the same time.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of flattens

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Achord stands behind Smack each time and, before one kick, rubs his belly with his other hand over his head as some sort of signal.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
But during the following two years, Van Lith saw only gigantic tracks and adrenaline-inspiring antler rubs that had been left behind by the buck of his dreams.

— Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of rubs

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While a classic button-down shirt is always timeless, a peplum top offers the same wearability with a waist-defining silhouette that instantly polishes any bottom they’re paired with.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026
The PowerPaste polishes and protects more delicate surfaces, while the Tangerine Clean is more abrasive for serious scrubbing.

— Brittany VanDerBill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026

Definition of polishes

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Plus, helpful cleaning gadgets like these pet hair remover carpet rakes and this handy robot vacuum are also steeply discounted right now.

— Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026
Then, as the afternoon sunshine rakes across the river valley, the group will return to the Birdwing—where canvas and paints await, according to a news release.

— News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026

Definition of rakes

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The change, announced in a presentation on Wednesday, is part of a broader shift in Microsoft’s reporting structure, as the company trims its operating segments from three to two.

— Jordan Novet, CNBC, 2 Sep. 2026
To make things easier, Instagram rolled out a new First Draft tool on Tuesday that automatically trims your clips and prepares them for the next stage of the editing process.

— Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of trims

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This face serum brightens and evens skin tone, fights free radicals, supports collagen production and softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles for glowing, healthy-looking skin.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026
Alshon somehow evens things up against the dominant Lenard for 18-18, handing things to the #1 singles player Haworth.

— Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026