A2 — Elementaryadjective
liscio
smooth, straight (hair/skin)
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
levigatomorbidosetosocompatto
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
rugosogrinzosoruvidoriccio
Usage note
'Liscio' describes both hair (straight) and skin (smooth). 'Levigato' (polished) is more formal. 'Setoso' (silky) adds a tactile luxury. 'Morbido' (soft) refers to texture.
Example
"Ha la pelle liscia e luminosa — sembra avere vent'anni meno."
"She has smooth, glowing skin — she looks twenty years younger."
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