January 25, 2018 Word of the Day
The man has an abrasive personality.
Definition of ABRASIVE
[more abrasive; most abrasive]
1 a : causing damage or wear by rubbing, grinding, or scraping : of or relating to abrasion
The waves had an abrasive action on the rocks.
b : having a rough quality
an abrasive surface
: used for rubbing something to make it smooth or shiny
an abrasive material
an abrasive cleaner
2 : very unpleasant or irritating
He offended people with his abrasive [=irritating, grating] manner/personality.
abrasive [=rude, offensive] comments
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