Scathing and Smooth

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Scathing adjective - Marked by the use of wit that is intended to cause hurt feelings.

Usage example: a scathing rebuttal of the latest theory concerning the assassination

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Smooth is an antonym for scathing.

Nearby Words: scathe, scathed, scathingly

Smooth adjective - Having or showing very polished and worldly manners.

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Scathing is an antonym for smooth.

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