SMOOTHING Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

smoothing 1 of 2

adjective

as in facilitating

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smoothing

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verb

present participle of smooth

as in accelerating

to free from obstruction or difficulty a willingness to compromise will smooth the way to an early agreement

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as in flattening

to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps the workers smoothed the surface of the concrete before letting it dry

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as in polishing

to make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure used fine sandpaper to smooth the face of the wood

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Recent Examples of smoothing

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The combination bristles feel amazing on my scalp (like the best head scratch ever) while also smoothing my incredibly frizzy hair. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026 Water from the lakes is also used to generate hydroelectric power and to ensure a steady, predictable flow of water downstream, smoothing the water supply during droughts and when snowpack in the Rocky Mountains is low. — Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026 Ahead, find our favorite Kahi products for smoothing and glowing on the go. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 15 Aug. 2026 Both iterations are formulated with smoothing honey extract, strawberry, blueberry, and papaya extracts, plus milk proteins to fortify and condition strands. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 12 Aug. 2026 Whether or not motion smoothing metadata is needed is up to the content creators to decide (and for forum threads to debate). — John Higgins, The Verge, 6 Aug. 2026 Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan, smoothing it out to an even layer. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 Do not keep smoothing things over while your body keeps the receipts. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026 The one-piece swimsuit is thoughtfully designed with adjustable straps, ruching throughout the midsection that creates a smoothing effect, and full-coverage bottoms, which feel like a rarity in swimwear these days. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for smoothing

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The matter involves accounting firm Bennett Verby, which stands accused of facilitating a research and development repayment fraud, according to The Bureau of Investigative Journalism.

— Nana Ama Sarfo, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Authorities also arrested 61 Moroccans accused of facilitating the migration attempts, the broadcaster reported.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of facilitating

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For many job seekers, writing another version of a resume or polishing a LinkedIn profile isn't the hard part.

— Zulekha Nathoo, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026
Under this law, employers are required to take steps to protect workers, such as providing protective respirators and using water to suppress dust, when employees are cutting, grinding or polishing slabs.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of polishing

Verb

With competition so fierce in the race to build and release the latest AI models however, the expediency of shaving off every possible drag on speed trumps all.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026
Kath is competitive only about things that matter, like logging steps or shaving her legs, and the game had no bearing on her reality.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of shaving

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For instance, Qidi had to include a piece of Velcro to prevent the Polar Cooler tube from rubbing against the glass surface inside the top cover.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026
Republicans are rubbing their hands in glee at the neocommunist advance in their opposing party.

— Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of rubbing

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The machine is programmed in advance, allowing landscapers to complete other tasks, such as trimming and cleanup, while the mower cuts the grass.

— Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Moving basil to full sun, watering consistently, and trimming leggy stems can revitalize it late in the season.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 12 Aug. 2026