noun
- the quality or state of being rough, irritating, or uncomfortable to the touch or feel
- a harsh, grating quality in sound, especially in voice or audio
Examples
- The scratchiness of the wool sweater made it uncomfortable to wear.
- She complained about the scratchiness of the cheap toilet paper.
- The scratchiness in his voice suggested he was getting sick.
- The old record’s scratchiness made it difficult to enjoy the music.
- The scratchiness of the sandpaper was perfect for the job.
- After shouting at the game, there was a noticeable scratchiness in her throat.