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Grainy

Verb / ˈgreɪni: / Another word for grainy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a texture like that of grains; containing small, rough particles

Synonyms & similar words

granular farinaceous granulose gritty coarsegrained mealy sandy gritty granular crumbly coarse textured rough powdery abrasive scratchy bumpy rocky pebbly grainlike mealy crunchy grainish grainful grainish grainified

Example sentences

  1. The sugar was grainy and had a rough texture.
  2. The paint had a grainy feel to it.
  3. The bread had a grainy texture from the seeds.
  4. The sand on the beach was grainy and got into my shoes.
  5. The lotion felt grainy on my skin.

Quotes

  • The sky had a grainy texture, like it was made of sandpaper.
  • The beach was beautiful, but the sand was too grainy for my liking.
  • The painting had a grainy quality, like it was made of tiny dots.

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