rough, harsh, uneven, rugged, scabrous mean not smooth or even. rough implies points, bristles, ridges, or projections on the surface. harsh implies a surface or texture distinctly unpleasant to …

rough adjective (SOUND) A rough voice or sound is hard and loud. If a machine sounds rough, it is making a noise because it is in bad condition.

Rough definition: having a coarse or uneven surface, as from projections, irregularities, or breaks; not smooth.. See examples of ROUGH used in a sentence.

1. a. To treat roughly or with physical violence: roughed up his opponent. b. Sports To treat (an opposing player) with unnecessary roughness, often in violation of the rules: was ejected from …

Definition of rough adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

ROUGH meaning: 1 : having a surface that is not even; 2 : having or causing sudden, violent movements

If a surface is rough, it is uneven and not smooth. His hands were rough and callused, from years of karate practice.

(of an uninhabited region or large land area) steep or uneven and covered with high grass, brush, trees, stones, etc.: to hunt over rough country. acting with or characterized by violence: Boxing …

rough adjective (SOUND) A rough voice or sound is hard and loud. If a machine sounds rough, it is making a noise because it is in bad condition.

ROUGH definition: 1. A rough surface is not smooth: 2. approximate: 3. If the sea or weather is rough, there is a…. Learn more.