Smoothness Definition & Meaning

smoothness
noun
  1. a texture without roughness; smooth to the touch; "admiring the slim smoothness of her thighs"; "some artists prefer the smoothness of a board"
  2. powerful and effective language; "his eloquence attracted a large congregation"; "fluency in spoken and written English is essential"; "his oily smoothness concealed his guilt from the police"
  3. the quality of being bland and gracious or ingratiating in manner
  4. the quality of having a level and even surface; "the water was a glassy smoothness"; "the weather system of the Pacific is determined by the uninterrupted smoothness of the ocean"
  5. the quality of being free from errors or interruptions; "the five-speed manual gearbox is smoothness personified"

"Smoothness" in song lyrics

See how smoothness is used in real songs:

  • "Check the stance, the dance and the smoothness"
    Breeze — Steadily Tryin' to Flow Like...
  • "I move, with the finesse and the smoothness"
    Organized Konfusion — The Extinction Agenda
  • "I'll mack her; attack her with the smoothness"
    Souls of Mischief — 93 'Til Infinity

Usage tips for "smoothness"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "smoothness" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for smoothness to find words that pair well.

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