Gruff and Scratching

Gruff

Gruff adjective - Harsh and dry in sound.
Usage example: she had a gruff speaking voice, but a surprisingly sweet singing voice

Scratching and gruff are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scratching" instead an adjective "Gruff".

Nearby Word: gruffly

Scratching

Scratching noun - A harsh noise made by scraping.
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Synonyms for Scratching

Gruff and scratching are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gruff" instead an adjective "Scratching".

Nearby Words: scratch, scratched, scratchy
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