Abrasive (Adj.):
Pronunciation: uh-brey-siv (pronounced as uh-brey-siv)
Word Meaning:
- Causing wear, grinding, or rubbing away by friction.
- Harsh, rough, or irritating in manner or personality.
Uses in Sentence:
- The abrasive surface of the sandpaper smoothed the rough edges of the wood.
- His abrasive comments offended many in the meeting.
- The abrasive nature of the cleaning agent helped remove stubborn stains.
Synonyms:
- Harsh
- Rough
- Coarse
- Irritating
- Brusque
Antonyms:
- Smooth
- Gentle
- Polite
- Pleasant
- Mild
Word Meaning in Hindi: कठोर (Kathor) or कटु (Katoo)
Word uses in Hindi:
- सैंडपेपर की कठोर सतह ने लकड़ी की कठोर किनारे को मुलायम बना दिया। (The abrasive surface of the sandpaper smoothed the rough edges of the wood.)
- उनकी कटु टिप्पणियाँ सभी को मीटिंग में आपत्ति में डाल दीं। (His abrasive comments offended many in the meeting.)
- सफाई करने वाले एजेंट की कठोर प्रकृति ने जिद्दी दागों को हटाने में मदद की। (The abrasive nature of the cleaning agent helped remove stubborn stains.)