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smooth

/smuːð/
noun

  1. Something that is smooth, or that goes smoothly and easily.

  2. A smoothing action.

  3. A domestic animal having a smooth coat.

verb

  1. To make smooth or even.

  2. To make straightforward or easy.

  3. To calm or palliate.

    "to smooth a person's temper"

adjective

  1. Having a texture that lacks friction. Not rough.

  2. Without difficulty, problems, or unexpected consequences or incidents.

    "We hope for a smooth transition to the new system."

  3. Bland; glib.

Synonymseven, fluid
Antonymsbumpy, rough, uneven
adverb

  1. Smoothly.

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