Слово англійською: smooth
Прикметник
Переклад smooth українською: гладки́й, гладки́й, че́мний
Детальний опис
smooth
adjective /smuːð/
(comparative smoother, superlative smoothest)
flat/even
- completely flat and even, without any rough areas or holes
- the smooth surface of the metal
- a lotion to make your skin feel soft and smooth
- The water was as smooth as glass.
- a paint that gives a smooth, silky finish
- Over the years, the stone steps had worn smooth.
- They noticed her perfectly smooth white skin.
- The new motorway surfaces were smooth as silk.
opposite rough
without solid pieces
- (of a liquid mixture) without any solid pieces
- Mix the flour with the milk to form a smooth paste.
- Once the mixture is smooth, spread it over the cake.
without problems
- happening or continuing without any problems
- They are introducing new measures to ensure the smooth running of the business.
- a fairly smooth transition to democracy
- They could not ensure a smooth transfer of political power.
- The project got off to a remarkably smooth start.
movement
- even and regular, without sudden stops and starts
- The car's improved suspension gives you a smoother ride.
- The plane made a smooth landing.
- She swung herself over the gate in one smooth movement.
man
- (often disapproving) (of people, especially men, and their behaviour) very polite and pleasant, but in a way that is often not very sincere synonym smarmy
- I don't like him. He's far too smooth for me.
- He's something of a smooth operator.
drink/taste
- pleasant and not bitter
- This coffee has a smooth, rich taste.
voice/music
- nice to hear, and without any rough or unpleasant sounds
Word OriginOld English smōth, probably of Germanic origin, though no cognates are known. The verb dates from Middle English.
Idioms be smooth/clear sailing (North American English) (British English be plain sailing)
- to be simple and free from trouble