Word ROUGH: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

rough

🇺🇸 [rʌf]

Meanings

Having an uneven or irregular surface, not smooth to the touch. It can also describe something harsh, harsh in texture, or difficult to endure. The term is often used to refer to weather, terrain, or behavior that is unrefined or challenging.

Examples

• The rough surface of the stone made it hard to walk on.
• He faced a rough day at work dealing with difficult clients.
• The boat struggled through the rough seas.

Synonyms

uneven • harsh • rugged

Antonyms

smooth • gentle • even