Meaning & use
rough
Having an uneven or coarse surface, or difficult, harsh, and unpleasant in nature.
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The old wooden table had a rough surface that snagged on the tablecloth.
It's been a rough week at work, with two major deadlines and a broken printer.
A note on using this word
Rough applies to physical textures, difficult experiences, and even approximate figures, as in 'a rough estimate.'
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