— abrasively , adv. — abrasiveness , n.
/euh bray"siv, -ziv/ , n.
1. any material or substance used for grinding, polishing, etc., as emery, pumice, or sandpaper.
adj.
2. tending to abrade; causing abrasion; abrading.
3. tending to annoy or cause ill will; overly aggressive: an abrasive personality.
[ 1870-75; abras ( us ) (see ABRASION) + -IVE ]
Syn. 2. harsh, rough, rasping.