Adjectives For Surfaces

Discover the most popular adjectives for describing surfaces, complete with example sentences to guide your usage.

Updated on March 16, 2024

The choice of adjectives used to describe surfaces can greatly influence the visual and tactile perceptions evoked by text. A flat surface suggests a level and even plane, ideal for stability and precision tasks. A smooth surface hints at a sleek, perhaps even slippery texture, often associated with refinement or ease of cleaning. Conversely, a rough surface might imply a more rugged, tactile, and potentially natural feel. Describing a surface as curved invites thoughts of ergonomic designs and aesthetic fluidity, while a solid surface emphasizes reliability and durability. The outer surface specification sets expectations of exterior quality and protective capabilities. Each adjective opens a different dimension of understanding and expectation. Discover the full spectrum of adjectives enhancing the noun 'surfaces' below.

flat	The table has flat surfaces
smooth	The table had smooth surfaces
rough	The rough surfaces of the rocks made it difficult to climb.
curved	Visitors walked along the path, admiring the curved surfaces of the sculptures.
solid	Granite countertops and quartz tiles are solid surfaces
outer	The outer surfaces of the leaves were smooth and shiny.
inner	The inner surfaces of the box were lined with a soft material.
joint	The joint surfaces were worn and uneven.
polished	The polished surfaces of the car gleamed in the sunlight.
lower	The lower surfaces of the leaves are covered with a dense mat of white hairs.
occlusal	The occlusal surfaces of the teeth are the surfaces that meet when the teeth are closed.
mucosal	Inflammation in mucosal surfaces can lead to a variety of health issues.
hard	The robot is not able to clean hard surfaces
upper	The dirt had already created an uneven surface punctuated with upper surfaces and low points.
external	The external surfaces of the building were covered in mold.

internal	The internal surfaces of the pipes were coated with a protective layer.
free	The free surfaces of the graphene oxide dispersion were passivated by the polymer coating.
mucous	The mucous surfaces of the body are lined with specialized cells that secrete mucus.
clean	The healthcare environment demands clean surfaces and reduces cross-contamination.
vertical	The walls are vertical surfaces
interior	The interior surfaces of the building were painted a light gray.
spherical	The spherical surfaces of the two objects were in close proximity to each other.
metallic	The metallic surfaces of the car reflected the sunlight.
equipotential	Equipotential surfaces are surfaces where the electric potential is constant.
horizontal	The horizontal surfaces of the table were wiped clean.
adjacent	The adjacent surfaces of the two cubes were touching.
posterior	The arachnoid membrane covers the posterior surfaces of the spinal cord and brain.
exterior	The exterior surfaces of the building were in dire need of repair.
irregular	The rough terrain had many irregular surfaces that made walking difficult.
potential	The potential surfaces of the system were calculated using the density functional theory.

raw	The storm left raw surfaces exposed.
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concrete	The concrete surfaces were smooth and shiny.
cylindrical	The cylindrical surfaces of the pipe were sanded smooth.
reflective	The early morning sun sparkled off the reflective surfaces of the still waters.
crystal	Using a pickup mode, force spectroscopy is applied to probe the local mechanical properties of crystal surfaces
uneven	The uneven surfaces of the road made it difficult to drive.
buccal	Rinse the buccal surfaces of your teeth thoroughly after each meal to remove any lingering food particles.
hot	Be cautious of hot surfaces
broad	The aircraft has broad surfaces for increased lift.
lateral	The lathe machine can process any shape of lateral surfaces
epithelial	Epithelial surfaces are composed of tightly packed cells that line the body's cavities and organs.
lingual	The lingual surfaces of the maxillary anterior teeth are smooth and convex.
bottom	Inspect the paintwork on the bottom surfaces of the car carefully.
fresh	The fresh surfaces of the old walls beckoned to the graffiti artist.

concave	The two concave surfaces of the lens faced each other.
inside	The pipe's inside surfaces were cleaned thoroughly.
plain	The walls and ceilings were painted with a simple white, creating plain surfaces that reflected the light.
outside	The outside surfaces of the building were repainted last month.
anterior	The deep fascia of the forearm continues forward on the anterior surfaces of the radius and ulna.
medial	The medial surfaces of the tibia and fibula are separated by the interosseous membrane.
bony	The bony surfaces of the skull were invaded by the aggressive tumor.
wet	Be cautious when walking on wet surfaces
dry	The dry surfaces squeaked as the wheels spun.
cold	The cold surfaces of the metal were unpleasant to the touch.
hydrophobic	The hydrophobic surfaces of the leaves allowed water to bead up and roll off.
shiny	The sunlight reflected vividly off of the shiny surfaces of the new car.
porous	The porous surfaces of the sponge absorbed the water.
fractured	Geologists examined the fractured surfaces of the rock to determine its age.
optical	The optical surfaces were cleaned using a soft cloth.

dimensional	The artist is known for their huge sculptures made out of shiny materials with curved dimensional surfaces
moist	The moist surfaces gleamed in the light like a thousand tiny diamonds.
serous	The serous surfaces of the peritoneum and pleura are lined with mesothelium.
opposite	The two opposite surfaces of the cube are painted different colors.
facial	Her facial surfaces were smooth and flawless.
coated	The seeds were spread on coated surfaces and allowed to germinate.
top	The top surfaces of the table were covered in a thick layer of dust.
bare	The bare surfaces of the table were cold to the touch.
superior	The superior surfaces of the leaves were coated with a thin layer of wax.
isobaric	These isobaric surfaces are always perpendicular to the force of gravity and parallel to the Earth's surface.
impervious	The city has many impervious surfaces such as roads, sidewalks, and parking lots, which prevent rainwater from seeping into the ground.
distal	The distal surfaces of the phalanges are covered with articular cartilage.
soft	The cat landed gracefully on the soft surfaces of the rug.
exposed	The exposed surfaces of the metal were coated with a protective layer.
minimal	Minimal surfaces are surfaces that locally minimize their area.

weathered	Weathered surfaces told the tale of time and neglect.
artificial	The ball bounced erratically on the artificial surfaces of the court.
contiguous	The two pieces of fabric were sewn together at their contiguous surfaces
rounded	The sculptor smoothed the rounded surfaces of the marble statue.
visible	The visible surfaces of the moon were covered in craters.
proximal	The proximal surfaces of the vertebrae are covered with cartilage.

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