Smudge and Wash

Opposite meaning words

Smudge verb - To make dirty.

Usage example: she accidentally smudged her collar with the lipstick

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Wash is an antonym for smudge.

Nearby Words: smudged, smudgy, smudging

Wash verb - To flow along or against.

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Smudge is an antonym for wash.

Nearby Words: washed, washing, washer, washroom, washable

ink

smudge ink

wash ink

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