Smoothest: meaning, definitions and examples

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smoothest

 

[ ˈsmuːðɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

texture qualities

Smoothest refers to the highest degree of smoothness, indicating a surface or texture that is free from bumps, roughness, or irregularities. It is often used to describe materials, surfaces, or even experiences that are seamless and effortless.

Synonyms

easiest, flattest, sleekest, softest

Examples of usage

  • The smoothest road made the journey enjoyable.
  • She has the smoothest voice I've ever heard.
  • This fabric is the smoothest I’ve ever touched.
Context #2 | Adjective

performance

Smoothest can also refer to the quality of performance or execution, indicating that something was done with great ease and without complications. It suggests a level of proficiency that enhances the overall experience.

Synonyms

most effortless, most fluid, most polished

Examples of usage

  • His smoothest performance was at the last concert.
  • The presentation was the smoothest we’ve had this year.
  • They executed the plan with the smoothest coordination.

Translations

Translations of the word "smoothest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais suave

🇮🇳 सबसे चिकना

🇩🇪 am glattesten

🇮🇩 terhalus

🇺🇦 найгладкіший

🇵🇱 najgładszy

🇯🇵 最も滑らかな

🇫🇷 le plus lisse

🇪🇸 el más suave

🇹🇷 en pürüzsüz

🇰🇷 가장 매끄러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر سلاسة

🇨🇿 nejhladší

🇸🇰 najhladší

🇨🇳 最光滑的

🇸🇮 najbolj gladek

🇮🇸 mjúkasti

🇰🇿 ең тегіс

🇬🇪 ყველაზე გლუვი

🇦🇿 ən hamar

🇲🇽 el más suave

Word origin

The word 'smooth' comes from the Old English 'smeóþ', which means smooth, sleek, or soft. This term has Germanic roots, evident in related words found in other Germanic languages such as Dutch 'smoes' and German 'smidig'. Over time, the word evolved, maintaining its core meaning while developing various derivatives including 'smoothly' and 'smoothness'. The superlative form 'smoothest' emerged as a way to describe the utmost state of smoothness. Its usage spans across different contexts, from describing physical surfaces to metaphorical applications in performances or experiences, alluding to a sense of ease and pleasantness.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,286 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.