roughens Synonyms

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to become rough, to make or become rough, to make rough or rougher

The sandpaper roughens the surface of the wood, making it ready for painting.
Years of handling have roughened the leather's once-smooth exterior.
The roughens of the path made it difficult to walk, but it also added to its charm.
The roughens texture of the fabric provided a better grip for the climber.
The roughens of the road caused vibrations to travel through the car.
The roughens of the sea made the boat sway violently.
The roughens of the metal grating scraped against the skin.
The roughens of the bark made it difficult to climb the tree.
The roughens of the stone wall was a testament to its age.
The roughens of the brushstrokes added depth and texture to the painting.

to become rough, to make or become rough, to make rough or rougher

coarsens,, roughs (up),scuffs

files,sands, rubs, hones, grinds, planes, rasps, scrapes,buffs,scours

The sandpaper roughens the surface of the wood, making it ready for painting.

Years of handling have roughened the leather's once-smooth exterior.

The roughens of the path made it difficult to walk, but it also added to its charm.

The roughens texture of the fabric provided a better grip for the climber.