SMOOTHING Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

smoothing 1 of 2

adjective

as in facilitating

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smoothing

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verb

present participle of smooth

as in accelerating

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

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as in flattening

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 polishing

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 smoothing

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WashWise recommends holding the spray 8 to 12 inches away, applying a light mist and smoothing or gently tugging the fabric to release wrinkles. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026 Sobel adds that the peptide complex Matrixyl also offers impressive line-smoothing benefits. — Emily Orofino, Allure, 15 Sep. 2026 These include load smoothing, low-voltage ride-through, demand response and grid stabilization. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026 Eight Saints Up the Anti Night Cream moisturizes and plumps skin while smoothing wrinkles and fine lines on the face, neck, and décolleté area. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 10 Sep. 2026 Hydrating hair masks, leave-ins, heat protectants and smoothing oils and serums can make a huge difference, says Richards. — Deanna Pai, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2026 Its stretchy, wireless design has extra coverage and smoothing side panels that create a cleaner silhouette without squeezing. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 Made from two layers of jersey fabric, this top is smoothing with a second-skin feel. — Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026 These procedures stimulate collagen and improve your texture and firmness while smoothing fine lines. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 1 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothing

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The program is also seeking information on how the IRGC transfers funds and materials to its terrorist and militia proxies and partners, as well as individuals or entities involved in financing or facilitating its activities.

— September 18, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
The focus is no longer on whether transformation happens, said Isabelle Kumar, the former journalist and news anchor facilitating the event, but on how responsibility is shared, investment is aligned and value is created across the supply chain.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of facilitating

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For one, housing prices are flattening, and in some markets there is an excess supply of houses on the market.

— Melanie Stetson Freeman, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Sep. 2026
Shaving down the error Instead of building costly new equipment, the team solved the issue by flattening the material’s surface using a Cooling Cross-section Polisher.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of flattening

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After finally shaving his beard off, Colbert concluded the interview by gifting Kimmel something special from his show.

— Abid Rahman, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Colbert had no hesitation about taking the tool to his facial hair, shaving it off and returning to his recognizable clean-shaven look.

— Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of shaving

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In the most recent two years, the Democrat believed the county was cutting into bone rather than trimming fat.

— Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
That means inspecting flood control and drainage systems, trimming trees that could knock down power lines during high winds, and reinforcing or maintaining infrastructure such as dams, stormwater channels, roads and bridges.

— Bethany Tietjen, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026

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Story’s unproductive 10 rehab games with Triple-A Worcester, coupled with the rise of top prospect Franklin Arias, a shortstop raking at Triple A, created an echo chamber of angst about Story returning and underperforming.

— Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
These can become a safety hazard if the mower turns them into projectiles, so a thorough raking before mowing is a good precaution.

— Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2026