abrades
verbHow many syllables in abrades?
There are 2 syllables in the word abrades.How to pronounce abrades:
Definition of abrades:
- abrades (verb):
- to wear down or away
- to rub or wear away especially by friction erode
Synonyms for abrades:
bites
chafes
erase
erases
erode
erodes
file
frays
frets
graze
grind
reduces
rub off
rubs
scour
scrape
scrape away
scrape out
scrapes
scratch
scuff
sharpens
shaves
skin
wear away
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Antonyms for abrades:
makes happy
pleases
rebuilds
smooths
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