Definition of Abrasive

unlikeable; nasty

Examples of Abrasive in a sentence

Because of Kurt’s abrasive personality, most people try to avoid him at work.  🔊

The clerk was so abrasive to me I walked out the store without making a purchase.  🔊

After speaking with the abrasive doctor, I decided to look for a friendlier physician.  🔊

The player was fined for using abrasive language during the game.  🔊

If you use an abrasive tone with the flight attendant, you might get kicked off the airplane.  🔊

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