abrasive
/əˈbreɪsɪv/
adjective
- Rough and harsh in texture; used for rubbing or grinding surfaces.
- She used an abrasive sponge to scrub the burnt pan.
- The stone had an abrasive surface that hurt to touch.
- The sandpaper is very abrasive, so it removes paint quickly.
- Having a rude or unfriendly manner that annoys or offends others.
- The coach's abrasive style motivated some players but upset others.
- His abrasive comments made everyone at the meeting uncomfortable.
- She tried to be helpful, but her abrasive tone put people off.
noun
- A substance used for grinding, polishing, or cleaning by rubbing.
- Sand is a natural abrasive used in sandblasting.
- The factory uses industrial abrasives to polish metal parts.
- You can buy a mild abrasive to clean your bathroom tiles.