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badness

1 antonyms and opposites of badness, grouped by meaning.

Noun — The quality or state of being bad.

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Etymology

From Middle English baddenes, formed from bad plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “badness” mean?

The word “badness” means the quality or state of being bad. In plain terms, how bad something is — the degree or quality of badness itself.

How do you pronounce “badness”?

“Badness” is pronounced BAD-nuhs (/ˈbæd.nəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “badness” in a sentence?

Here is “badness” used in a sentence: “The judges couldn't agree on the exact badness of the performance.”

What is the opposite of “badness”?

The opposite of “badness” — its antonyms — is goodness.

What part of speech is “badness”?

“Badness” is a noun.

Where does the word “badness” come from?

The word “badness” comes from Middle English. From Middle English baddenes, formed from bad plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.

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