Scabrous ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Scabrous ( adjective )

1. Having a rough surface covered with small rough points or bumps.
2. Having an unpleasant or offensive appearance.

Origin:

From latin scabrosus, from scabere "to scratch".

Examples:

1. The old man had a scabrous face, covered in wrinkles and age spots.
2. The scabrous bark of the tree was rough to the touch.
3. The scabrous surface of the rock made it difficult to climb.
4. The politician's scabrous reputation preceded him.
5. The scabrous nature of the crime left many disturbed.

(As a verb)

Scabrous ( verb )

1. Having a rough surface covered with small rough points or bumps.
2. Having an unpleasant or offensive appearance.

Origin:

From latin scabrosus, from scabere "to scratch".

Examples:

1. The old man had a scabrous face, covered in wrinkles and age spots.
2. The scabrous bark of the tree was rough to the touch.
3. The scabrous surface of the rock made it difficult to climb.
4. The politician's scabrous reputation preceded him.
5. The scabrous nature of the crime left many disturbed.