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 the …

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

ROUGH definition: 1. not even or smooth, often because of being in bad condition: 2. If a surface such as paper or…. Learn more.

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 the …

(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 is a rough …

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

Feb 21, 2026 · Rough with crinkled limpet shells and sparsely strewn with locks of dry seaweed, a small boy has to stretch his legs far apart, and indeed to feel rather heroic, before he gets to the top.

Rough means harsh and uneven. If you want to go driving in the rough terrain of rocky dirt roads, you'll need four-wheel drive and a stomach for bouncing. Rough means coarse or bumpy, and can be …

If a surface is rough, it is uneven and not smooth. His hands were rough and calloused, from years of karate practice. Grace made her way slowly across the rough ground.

Rough definition: Harsh to the ear.