SMOOTHS Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

smooths

verb

variants also smoothes

Definition of smooths next

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 Specifically, retinol smooths fine lines, lessens wrinkle depth, and whittles the appearance of large pores. —

Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026 Rick is tightly scheduled, punctilious to a fault, endowed with verbal wit that gently but firmly shapes and smooths social interactions. —

Richard Brody, New Yorker, 29 May 2026 With the nurturing Moon highlighting your 7th House of Partnership, a supportive trine to jovial Jupiter in your 3rd House of Communication smooths important conversations. —

Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026 Then time smooths the edges, and reunions are fueled more by nostalgia than inspiration. —

Steve Appleford, SPIN, 29 May 2026 It’s made with a stretchy outer fabric and an inner layer of mesh along the waist and tummy, which smoothes your midsection and hugs your waist. —

Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 May 2026 The rye component adds a bit of peppery, spicy snap, while the bourbon proportion smooths and sweetens the overall whiskey. —

Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 It’s made from a four-way stretch fabric that shapes, smoothes, and minimizes bumps or bulges that may show through your T-shirt. —

Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 May 2026 That combination slows digestion, smooths blood sugar, and provides steady fuel without the heaviness of a second meal. —

Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026

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Therapy treats mental illness; coaching facilitates personal growth.

— Megan Bruneau, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Along with the obvious reasons—the rich culture, history, and culinary heritage—Realtor reports that Americans with Italian ancestry who can trace their ancestry back no more than two generations can also apply for citizenship, which facilitates long-term residency in the country.

— Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026