rub
verbHow many syllables in rub?
There is 1 syllable in the word rub.How to pronounce rub:
Definition of rub:
- rub (verb):
- to move along the surface of a body with pressure grate
- to apply pressure and friction to (something) with a circular or backwards-and-forwards movement
Synonyms for rub:
aggravation
aggro
annoyance
bother
botheration
bugbear
burden
curse
discomfort
exasperation
frustration
hair shirt
hang-up
headache
hitch
inconvenience
insult
irk
irritant
nuisance
peeve
pest
problem
ruffle
snag
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Antonyms for rub:
aid
appease
assist
build
calm
caress
cheer
clear up
compliment
cover
delight
dirty
dull
encourage
enliven
exhilarate
explain
fix
heal
help
laud
make happy
mend
misinform
pacify
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