roughens

[US]/ˈrʌfənz/
[UK]/ˈrʌfənz/

Translation

v.(to) make or become rough; to make uneven

Phrases & Collocations

roughens the surface

roughens the edges

roughens the texture

roughens the finish

roughens the skin

roughens the wood

roughens the fabric

roughens the road

Example Sentences

the constant wind roughens the surface of the lake.

over time, the wood roughens and loses its smooth finish.

his hands roughen from years of hard labor.

the artist prefers a canvas that roughens with use.

the roughens in the fabric give it a unique texture.

as the paint dries, it roughens and creates interesting patterns.

the roughens of the road made the ride uncomfortable.

his voice roughens when he speaks for too long.

the roughens in the terrain make hiking challenging.

she loves how the sea roughens during a storm.

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