Smoothness
/ˈsmuːð.nəs/noun
The quality of being even and free from roughness or irregularities.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, smooth surfaces were often associated with purity and divinity, reflecting the belief that perfection in form could channel spiritual energy.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*smeuh
“to smear or spread, indicating a sense of evenness.”
Old English
Old English
smōð
“free from roughness, soft, or gentle.”
Middle English
Middle English
smothe
“having a surface that is even or level.”
Modern English
English
smoothness
“the state or quality of being smooth, often used metaphorically for ease in life or actions.”