unsmoothed

adjective

Definition of unsmoothednext
as in uneven

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Recent Examples of unsmoothed It was left unfinished, with rough, unsmoothed chisel marks skirting its lower third. — Lauren Keith, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsmoothed
  1. uneven
  2. coarse
  3. lumpy
  4. bumpy
  5. rough
  6. warped
  7. irregular
  8. wavy
Adjective
  • Mynatt says that tamping too lightly, unevenly, or inconsistently leads to uneven water flow (called channeling).
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
  • That was to avoid both leagues having 15 apiece and with uneven teams every day on the schedule having one team idle.
    — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of uneven
Adjective
  • The best type of tea to re-steep is anything that starts very potent, or features tea leaves that are on the larger, coarser side, rather than finely ground.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Basic instructions are to fill your puddler almost to the top with coarse sand.
    — Joan Morris, Mercury News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of coarse
Adjective
  • Stage nine had been highlighted as an opportunity for breakaway riders, featuring 3,300m of climbing over a lumpy parcours — with all the classified climbs preserved in the final 100km of the route.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Quarter to quarter results could be lumpy given macro uncertainty and trading’s seasonal strength in Q1, so management cautioned against annualizing the strong start.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 9 July 2026
Definition of lumpy
Adjective
  • However, the fate of EFC’s stock is largely tied to interest rates—shares likely would react well to signs of a cut, but if the market thinks hikes are inbound, this mREIT could be in for a bumpy ride.
    — Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Ukraine and its allies need to prepare for a long and bumpy road.
    — Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026
Definition of bumpy
Adjective
  • The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has had a rough year, and in a cynical way, that makes for great TV.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
  • When the economy hits rougher patches, employers curtail hiring or tend to favor experienced workers, businesses lean more on technology to fill any labor gaps, and some consumers pull back on discretionary spending.
    — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of rough
Adjective
  • The result is a chunky, deliberately warped proportion that reads equal parts fashion and sneaker culture.
    — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The finale’s real tragedy is that Max, in his own warped pursuit of justice, destroys everyone around him before being forced to see his entire crusade differently.
    — JP Mangalindan, Time, 31 July 2026
Definition of warped
Adjective
  • Gynecologists use Pap smears to identify irregular cervical cells that can signal cancer or develop into the disease.
    — Shayna Jacobs, NBC news, 1 Aug. 2026
  • However, domestic flights remain limited, expensive and unpredictable, while ferry services are irregular and the maritime sector struggles with aging fleets and weak incentives to improve.
    — Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of irregular
Adjective
  • The edges of the chanterelle are often wavy and scalloped rather than round.
    — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026
  • There’s something about a wavy motif that feels right at home in a kids’ room.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 31 July 2026
Definition of wavy

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“Unsmoothed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsmoothed. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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