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raspy
adjective /ˈrɑːsp.i/
/ˈræsp-/ Definition
› A raspy voice sounds unpleasantly rough.Describing qualities of the human voice
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Synonyms and related words:
- -toned suffix
- -voiced suffix
- aloud adverb
- breathy adjective
- dulcet adjective
- gruff adjective
- high-pitched adjective (VOICE)
- hoarse adjective
- honeyed adjective
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- rough adjective (SOUND)
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