SMOOTHNESS Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

smoothness

noun

Definition of smoothness

as in oiliness

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Recent Examples of smoothness This will reveal how customers feel about your brand, their preferred communication methods and the smoothness of their customer experience. — Natalie Ruiz, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 That harmony makes all the difference—Cygnet 22 delivers a martini with remarkable smoothness, depth, and elegance that is difficult to match. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026 On the other, its smoothness and seamlessness generate an aura of spiritual transcendence, something not unaffiliated with the Angeleno ethos. — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 Turner drops from the line of scrimmage with smoothness and awareness. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 At the same time, Girl Talk gives the production a smoothness that makes the songs feel more subversive and never disposable. — Brendan Hay, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026 At 6-4, 200 pounds, the corner possesses speed, footwork and the smoothness to match up in any coverage. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026 The movement of the natural material in its base contrasts the smoothness of its cushioned top, and the brass detailing adds a hint of fun sparkle. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026 Its particular appeal lies in the combination of effortless power, exceptional smoothness and a very distinctive level of refinement. — Morgan Korn, ABC News, 25 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothness

Noun

Common concerns tend to be acne, post-acne marks, oiliness and keeping hair and nails healthy.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Aug. 2026
Common concerns in this decade tend to include acne, post-acne marks, oiliness and keeping hair and nails healthy.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of oiliness

Noun

Still, an air of artificiality and sometimes theatricality does pervade his talky, often didactic scenes, which actually plays to the benefit of the performances — especially from Huston.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
And anyone who has read even a little of Cusk’s previous work will recognize that these concerns map suspiciously closely to Cusk’s own preoccupations with artificiality.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of artificiality

Noun

David Sacks, former tech investor and White House AI and crypto czar, has an excellent counterpoint that could explain the apparent duplicity of Dario's manifesto.

— Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Sep. 2026
There’s a method to that madness, and all the duplicity, false assumptions pay off just like in an Agatha Christie classic.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 3 Sep. 2026