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asperous

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Asperous (adj) means having a rough, bumpy surface.

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1

Having a rough, bumpy surface.

2

Unkind, cruel and harsh in manner.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin asper ('rough, coarse') and -ous.

Rhymes for asperous

yous nous heinous ominous curious anxious copious tenuous unctuous tortuous spurious infamous

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What is the meaning of asperous?

"asperous" (adj) means having a rough, bumpy surface.

What are the different meanings of asperous?

"asperous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Having a rough, bumpy surface; 2. Unkind, cruel and harsh in manner.

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