| 单词 | smoothness |
| 释义 | smoothsmooth1 /smuð/ ●●● W3 adjective 1SURFACE a smooth surface is completely even, without any bumps OPP rough: a smooth pebble the smooth surface of the glass The stone steps had been worn smooth.► see thesaurus at flat12SOFT smooth skin, hair, or fur is soft and pleasant to touch, and your hand moves easily over it OPP rough: The conditioner leaves your hair silky smooth.3LIQUID MIXTURE a smooth liquid mixture has no big pieces in it OPP lumpy: a smooth sauce4WITHOUT PROBLEMS a system, operation, or process that is smooth operates well and without problems: a smooth transition The negotiations have hardly been smooth. → see also go smoothly at smoothly (2)5smooth sailing if something is smooth sailing, it is easy and happens without any problems6a smooth ride a situation in which you do not experience any problems or no one opposes you when you are trying to do something7MOVEMENT a smooth movement, style, way of doing something, etc. is graceful and has no sudden awkward changes OPP jerky: Swing the tennis racket in one smooth motion.8RIDE/TRIP a smooth ride or trip is comfortable because the vehicle you are in does not shake much while you are traveling OPP bumpy: a smooth flight9PERSON someone who is smooth is polite, confident, and relaxed, but also makes you feel that you cannot trust him or her: a smooth lawyer → see also smooth-talking10TASTE a smooth drink such as whiskey or coffee is not bitter, but tastes good and is easy to swallow11SOUND soft and pleasant to listen to: a smooth reassuring voice[Origin: Old English smoth]—smoothness noun [uncountable] → see also smoothly |
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