Synonyms for

Smoother

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

Definition

Something that is smoother is more even or regular, and has fewer lumps or bumps.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

more polished more refined more elegant

Informal

slicker easier more chill

Literary

more silken more mellifluous

Antonyms

rougher coarser harsher uneven jagged cruder

Common collocations

  • smoother ride
  • smoother transition
  • smoother finish
  • smoother operation
  • smoother sailing
  • smoother surface
  • smoother flow

Word family

adjective smooth
adverb smoothly

Usage note

The word 'smoother' is the comparative form of 'smooth'. It is often used to describe textures, processes, or experiences that are less rough or more pleasant.

Example sentences

  1. The ice cream tasted better after it was smoother.
  2. The car ride was smoother after they fixed the road.
  3. The lotion made my skin feel smoother.
  4. The new paint made the wall look smoother.
  5. The singer's voice was smoother after he warmed up.

Quotes

  • Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. - Peter Hagerty
  • The road to success is always under construction. - Lily Tomlin
  • The mind is everything. What you think you become. - Buddha

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