SCABROUS
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Scabrous.
How to pronounce scabrous:
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Scabrous - as an adjective satellite
Rough to the touch; covered with scales or scurf
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lepidote11leprose9scaly10scurfy14Dealing with salacious or indecent material
Example: "A scabrous novel"
Scabrous - as an adjective
Covered with scales or scabs; hence, very coarse or rough.
Example: "After the incident with the gasoline, noel’s burnt arm remained scabrous, and was susceptible to infections."
Disgusting, repellent.
Example: "The novel was a flagrantly scabrous bodice-ripper, and rachael was ashamed to read it in public."
Of music, writing, etc.: lacking refinement; unmelodious, unmusical.
Difficult, thorny, troublesome.
Covered with a crust of dirt or grime.
Example Sentences
"The scabrous surface of the rock made it difficult to climb."
"The hiker's hands were covered in scabrous blisters after a long day of climbing."
"The scabrous texture of the fabric irritated her sensitive skin."
"The scabrous edges of the paper cut her finger as she flipped through the pages."
"He winced as the doctor peeled off the scabrous bandage from his wound."
Word Game Points
Is SCABROUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scabrous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCABROUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SCABROUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scabrous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCABROUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is SCABROUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scabrous is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCABROUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
