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abra·sive ə-ˈbrā-siv 
-ziv
abrasively adverb
abrasiveness noun
: a substance (such as emery or pumice) used for abrading, smoothing, or polishing
Synonyms
Example Sentences
Adjective The waves had an abrasive action on the rocks. an abrasive display of rude behavior
Recent Examples on the Web
From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 25 July 2022 Recently that means abrasive and difficult (yet often very funny) works by the likes of Samuel Beckett, Sam Shepard and Qui Nguyen. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 There’s really no need to use a face scrub, especially one that is that harsh or abrasive. Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 The survey also found that women are more likely to be described as opinionated and abrasive, while men are more likely to be described as ambitious and confident. Darreonna Davis, Forbes, 15 June 2022 The hard-hitting formula includes apricot kernel powder, which gently exfoliates without being harsh or abrasive. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Mar. 2022 And following it with an abrasive product like toner — as Kardashian recommends— can be even more damaging, according to Howard. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 12 July 2022 While toilet paper can be abrasive, a bidet delivers a more soothing stream of water to sensitive areas. Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2021 His new book, Because Our Fathers Lied, is a valiant and abrasive attempt to sift through a legacy his father refused to abjure. Noah Kulwin, The New Republic, 6 July 2022 Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2021 The tool has three sides, each with a different abrasive that’s designed for dry sharpening. Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 23 Feb. 2021 While the abrasive also has a big impact, slow-speed air sanders tend to bog down on softer surfaces like wood. Bob Beacham, chicagotribune.com, 12 Sep. 2020 Stubborn marks may need a gentle abrasive that won't scratch off paint finishes. Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 7 Aug. 2020 When using a whitening toothpaste, always be sure to apply it with a soft or extra-soft bristled toothbrush to help counter the harsh abrasives in the paste that scrub off stains, says Sammadar. Brittany Loggins, Health.com, 22 Apr. 2020 Though Clorox wipes are okay to use, Apple still advises against using bleach, aerosol sprays, and abrasives. Isabel Garcia, House Beautiful, 10 Mar. 2020 Specifically, the multi-heavy mineral prospect consists of abrasives garne and epidote, and zircon, magnetite and gold. Elwood Brehmer, Anchorage Daily News, 7 Nov. 2019 The gentle abrasives in these formulas will help loosen stubborn residue that needs a bit of a nudge but isn’t totally welded onto your glass. Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 30 Apr. 2019 See More
Adjective
Groene, a blunt-spoken, often abrasive Republican who clashed with Democratic colleagues, also ended his candidacy to become a University of Nebraska Regent after the scandal came to light. From Usa Today Network And Wire Reports, USA TODAY, 25 July 2022 Recently that means abrasive and difficult (yet often very funny) works by the likes of Samuel Beckett, Sam Shepard and Qui Nguyen. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 Aug. 2022 There’s really no need to use a face scrub, especially one that is that harsh or abrasive. Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 July 2022 The survey also found that women are more likely to be described as opinionated and abrasive, while men are more likely to be described as ambitious and confident. Darreonna Davis, Forbes, 15 June 2022 The hard-hitting formula includes apricot kernel powder, which gently exfoliates without being harsh or abrasive. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 31 Mar. 2022 And following it with an abrasive product like toner — as Kardashian recommends— can be even more damaging, according to Howard. Jenna Ryu, USA TODAY, 12 July 2022 While toilet paper can be abrasive, a bidet delivers a more soothing stream of water to sensitive areas. Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2021 His new book, Because Our Fathers Lied, is a valiant and abrasive attempt to sift through a legacy his father refused to abjure. Noah Kulwin, The New Republic, 6 July 2022 Noun
Baking soda is a gentle abrasive that cleans surfaces without scratching. Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2021 The tool has three sides, each with a different abrasive that’s designed for dry sharpening. Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 23 Feb. 2021 While the abrasive also has a big impact, slow-speed air sanders tend to bog down on softer surfaces like wood. Bob Beacham, chicagotribune.com, 12 Sep. 2020 Stubborn marks may need a gentle abrasive that won't scratch off paint finishes. Sara Rodrigues, House Beautiful, 7 Aug. 2020 When using a whitening toothpaste, always be sure to apply it with a soft or extra-soft bristled toothbrush to help counter the harsh abrasives in the paste that scrub off stains, says Sammadar. Brittany Loggins, Health.com, 22 Apr. 2020 Though Clorox wipes are okay to use, Apple still advises against using bleach, aerosol sprays, and abrasives. Isabel Garcia, House Beautiful, 10 Mar. 2020 Specifically, the multi-heavy mineral prospect consists of abrasives garne and epidote, and zircon, magnetite and gold. Elwood Brehmer, Anchorage Daily News, 7 Nov. 2019 The gentle abrasives in these formulas will help loosen stubborn residue that needs a bit of a nudge but isn’t totally welded onto your glass. Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 30 Apr. 2019 See More Word History
Etymology
Adjective
Latin abrāsus, past participle of abrādere "to scrape off, abrade" + -ive
Noun
derivative of abrasive entry 1
First Known Use
Adjective
1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Noun
1850, in the meaning defined above
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