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nakedness

Nakedness (noun) means the state of being unclothed; bareness. Example: “The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame.”

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The state of being unclothed; bareness.
"The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame."

How to Use Nakedness

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In plain EnglishThe condition of having no clothes on.

Word Forms

nakednesses plural

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Etymology

From Old English nacodnes, built from naked plus the suffix -ness.

Origin: Old English

openness nudity desolation nudeness bareness bleakness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “nakedness” mean?

The word “nakedness” means the state of being unclothed; bareness. In plain terms, the condition of having no clothes on.

How do you use “nakedness” in a sentence?

Here is “nakedness” used in a sentence: “The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame.”

What part of speech is “nakedness”?

“Nakedness” is a noun.

Where does the word “nakedness” come from?

The word “nakedness” comes from Old English. From Old English nacodnes, built from naked plus the suffix -ness.

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