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Learn “Abrasive”

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Abrasive

adjective/uh-BRAY-siv/

Meaning

Rough and harsh, either to touch or in the way someone behaves.

In context

His abrasive manner upset the new students on their first day.

Remember it

ABRASIVE shares 'brase' with 'abrade': it scrapes and wears things down.

Use it well

Use for rough textures or for a harsh, rude personality.