abrasive
/əˈbɹeɪ.sɪv/adjective
Being rough and coarse in manner or disposition; causing irritation.
Example sentence
- “An abrasive person can grate on one's sensibilities.”
Featured as word of the day on February 17, 2027.
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abroadBeyond the bounds of a country; in foreign countries.abhorTo regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.absurdWildly unreasonable, illogical, or ridiculous.aberrationA departure from what is normal or expected.abundantFully sufficient; found in copious supply; in great quantity; overflowing.accentuateTo bring out distinctly; to make more noticeable or prominent; to emphasize.