hoarish

/ˈhoʊɛrɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

covered or thick with frost or hoarfrost; frosty

“The hoarish grass sparkled in the morning sunlight.”

2. adjective

covered or thick with hair; hirsute

“The hoarish beard gave him a wise and venerable appearance.”

3. adjective

covered with, or as if with, frost or hoarfrost; frosty

“The hoarish landscape stretched out as far as the eye could see.”

Synonyms

  • frosted
  • frosty
  • fuzzy
  • hirsute

Antonyms

  • hairless
  • smooth