Smearier: meaning, definitions and examples
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smearier
[ ˈsmɪəriər ]
describing a surface
The term 'smearier' describes a quality of something that is smeared or spread out in a messy or uneven way. It often refers to surfaces that have been smeared with a substance, resulting in a less clean or clear appearance. The word conveys a sense of disorder or lack of refinement. 'Smearier' can be used in various contexts, such as art, cosmetics, or any scenario where something has been unintentionally smudged or applied in excess.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The paint on the wall looks smearier than before.
- She noticed her makeup appeared smearier after wearing it all day.
- The smearier the frosting, the less appealing the cake became.
Translations
Translations of the word "smearier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais manchado
🇮🇳 अधिक धब्बेदार
🇩🇪 schmutziger
🇮🇩 lebih kotor
🇺🇦 більш забруднений
🇵🇱 bardziej brudny
🇯🇵 より汚れた
🇫🇷 plus sale
🇪🇸 más manchado
🇹🇷 daha kirli
🇰🇷 더 더러운
🇸🇦 أكثر اتساخًا
🇨🇿 více ušpiněný
🇸🇰 viac znečistený
🇨🇳 更肮脏的
🇸🇮 bolj umazan
🇮🇸 meira óhrein
🇰🇿 одан да ласланған
🇬🇪 მეტი ლაქიანი
🇦🇿 daha ləkəli
🇲🇽 más manchado
Etymology
The word 'smearier' is derived from the base word 'smear', which came from the Old English 'smeoran', meaning to 'smudge' or 'smear'. The evolution of the term reflects its application in both literal and figurative senses. Historically, 'smear' has been used to describe both physical act of spreading something onto a surface and metaphorically to indicate cast aspersions or character defamation. The comparative form 'smearier' indicates a greater degree of the action or quality described by 'smear'. This linguistic evolution can be traced back to its roots, as it transitions from Old English to Middle English and into contemporary usage, highlighting the adaptability and changing contexts of the word.