Smudge and Scratch

Smudge

Smudge noun - A mark of guilt or disgrace.

Scratch and smudge are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scratch" instead the word "Smudge" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: smudged, smudgy, smudging

Scratch

Scratch noun - A harsh grating sound.

Smudge and scratch are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Smudge" instead the word "Scratch" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: scratched, scratchy, scratching

How words are described

single single smudge single scratch
small small smudge small scratch
little little smudge little scratch
tiny tiny smudge tiny scratch
Other adjectives: slightest, nary.
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