scablike

/ˈskæbˌlaɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characterized by a scab; having a rough, crusty, or hardened appearance.

“The scablike wound on his knee took weeks to heal.”

2. adverb

in a scablike manner; resembling or characterized by the formation of a scab.

“The scablike dry skin cracked and peeled as he scratched it.”

Synonyms

  • calloused
  • crusty

Antonyms

  • smooth
  • unblemished