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lawlessness

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Noun — A state where laws are absent or not enforced; disorder.

Etymology

From "lawless" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."

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What does “lawlessness” mean?

The word “lawlessness” means a state where laws are absent or not enforced; disorder. In plain terms, the condition of a place where law and order have broken down.

How do you use “lawlessness” in a sentence?

Here is “lawlessness” used in a sentence: “The blackout led to looting and general lawlessness.”

What part of speech is “lawlessness”?

“Lawlessness” is a noun.

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