Meaning & use
abrasive
Harsh, rude, or unpleasant in manner, often causing offense or friction with others.
See it in a sentence
His abrasive comments during the meeting left several colleagues feeling insulted.
Despite her abrasive tone, the manager genuinely cared about her team's success.
A note on using this word
Describes a persistent, grating personality trait rather than a single rude act.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
gentletactful
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Capable of rubbing or scraping a surface, used for cleaning, smoothing, or polishing.
She used an abrasive pad to scrub the burnt pan clean.
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