Ruffle and Smooth

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Ruffle verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

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Smooth is an antonym for ruffle in topics: upset, mess up.

Nearby Words: ruffled, ruff, ruffling

Smooth verb - To make smooth or glossy usually by repeatedly applying surface pressure.

Usage example: used fine sandpaper to smooth the face of the wood

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Ruffle is an antonym for smooth.

ruffle clothes

smooth clothes

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