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abrasive

adjective noun

sharply disagreeable; rigorous

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
A
Ends with
E
Contains
BR
Scrabble score
13
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

əˈbɹeɪ.sɪv

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. sharply disagreeable; rigorous

    “the harsh facts of court delays”

adjective

  1. causing abrasion

noun

  1. a substance that abrades or wears down

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Example Sentences

the harsh facts of court delays
an abrasive character

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