Synonyms of chafe

Antonyms of chafe

Collocations of chafe

skin
Frequency: 80 %

The rough fabric of his shirt chafed her skin.

friction
Frequency: 70 %

The constant rubbing caused friction that chafed the surface.

irritation
Frequency: 60 %

The tag on his shirt caused irritation and chafed his neck.

rub
Frequency: 50 %

Be careful not to rub the wound as it may chafe and become infected.

sore
Frequency: 40 %

After running the marathon, his thighs were chafed and sore.

Idiomatic Expressions for chafe

  • Phrase: rub someone the wrong way
    Meaning: to irritate or annoy someone
    Usage: His comments really chafed me the wrong way.