noun Uncommon

nudity

NYOO-dih-tee

Nudity (noun) means the state of not wearing any clothes. Example: “The film was criticized for its scenes of nudity.”

noun

The state of not wearing any clothes.

"The film was criticized for its scenes of nudity."

How to Use Nudity

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBeing naked; the condition of having no clothes on.

Common pairings

scenes of nudity full nudity

nudities plural

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The film was criticized for its scenes of _____.

From "nude" + "-ity," echoing Late Latin nuditas.

Origin: Late Latin

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What does “nudity” mean?

The word “nudity” means the state of not wearing any clothes. In plain terms, being naked; the condition of having no clothes on.

How do you pronounce “nudity”?

“Nudity” is pronounced NYOO-dih-tee (/ˈnudɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “nudity” in a sentence?

Here is “nudity” used in a sentence: “The film was criticized for its scenes of nudity.”

What part of speech is “nudity”?

“Nudity” is a noun.

Where does the word “nudity” come from?

The word “nudity” comes from Late Latin. From "nude" + "-ity," echoing Late Latin nuditas.

Is “nudity” a common word?

“Nudity” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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