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rougher

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹəfɝ// UK //ɹˈʌfɐ// rougher

adj. more difficult to handle or use because of a surface that is not smooth. You use this to describe things that have a texture you can feel, like sandpaper.

adj. the comparative form of 'rough', indicating a surface or texture that is more uneven or difficult to manage. Often used to describe materials or conditions that are less refined or more challenging to work with.


SIMPLE

The sandpaper is much rougher than the polishing cloth.

CONTEXTUAL

The hikers chose a rougher trail to avoid the crowded main path and enjoy a more challenging climb.

COMPLEX

The artist preferred the rougher texture of the stone to create a more dynamic contrast with the smooth, polished marble in the sculpture.

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