English Synonym Finder

rasping

Definitions

Harsh, grating, or rough in sound.

The act of scraping or filing something with a rasp.

Characterized by a rough, abrasive texture or quality.

Examples

The old man spoke in a low, rasping voice that sounded like dry leaves skittering across pavement.

She could hear the rasping sound of his breath as he struggled to climb the steep mountain trail.

Synonyms

grating harsh scratchy hoarse strident abrasive raucous

Antonyms

smooth mellow melodious soft gentle dulcet silky