smoothness
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4.9
- noun
- /ˈsmuːðnəs/
:
suavidad
- For what it's worth, listening on the radio in the car, I thought Biden won by a slight margin—not on points but on old political smoothness.
You know, social life depends on that kind of smoothness, those interactions.
- You know, social life depends on that kind of smoothness, those interactions.
Examples
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Youth is wasted on the young, don't you think so, Alabama?" He smiled at her as he spoke, aware of his social smoothness, of his formidable self-confidence, as he deflected the aggression with his subtle apology.
Fiction book (1990) -
The smoothness of her speech captivated the audience and left a lasting impression.
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You know, social life depends on that kind of smoothness, those interactions.
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The deep voice took on a placating smoothness.
Fiction book (2001) -
He flows with a smoothness and confidence... and strength... that you don't see in every kid.
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"It's standard procedure," Karrde told her, a touch of curiosity almost hidden beneath the usual urbane smoothness of his voice.
Fiction book (1991) -
Rousey has been on more late-night talk shows than most of the other high-profile men's fighters and has a natural smoothness to her that many fighters don't.
Blog text (31) -
Bloom is clearly a fine classical actor who delivers Salieri's long speeches with a satin smoothness that reeks of a courtier's cultured urbanity.
Blog text (1) -
His smoothness during the negotiation won him favor with the clients.
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To succeed in the interview, she realized she needed to develop a certain smoothness in her responses.
Synonyms
26
1.3
Showing good manners and respect to other people
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7.9
Polite and elegant behavior that shows high social standing
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4.1
A pleasant, polite style that feels too safe or insincere
1
6.1
A smooth, confident way of speaking that seems shallow or not sincere
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9.9
Formal good manners and speech that shows respect for others
1
9.1
Smooth, polite behavior that makes people feel comfortable
A smooth, charming way of behaving that makes people feel relaxed
A false friendliness that tries to please or impress people
How Smooth
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Smoothness comes from smooth, which first meant 'even' or 'polished'. That's why smoothness can describe a person's 'charming' manner — like a surface with no rough edges, their behavior moves without awkwardness to win favor.