Broken
Broken adjective - Having an uneven edge or outline.
Usage example: the broken rim of the antique vase greatly reduces its value
Smooth
Smooth adjective - Having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities.
Usage example: smooth fabric
Both words in one sentence
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Broken Ace: Kaoru is not a smooth operator... Cosmetic Catastrophe: Masaki's first attempt at makeup.
Source: Manga / Ice Revolution -
The boat in question still cleverly provides broken bridges even without sinking, because the party can only get off it on low, smooth coast areas, thus preventing the player from accessing the Forgotten continent at all.
Source: Video Game / Final Fantasy IX
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