rasping Get Printable Handwriting (rasp-ing) 2 syllables Learn It! Spelling Test Definition adjective. unpleasantly harsh or grating in sound;verb. utter in a grating voice;noun. uttering in an irritated tone Example Sentence It was hard to listen to the rasping voice of the speaker. Synonyms gravelly; scratchy; rough; grating Antonyms smooth Share with your friends: