meanness
10 synonyms and 2 antonyms for meanness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Unkind or spiteful behavior; cruelty in small, petty ways.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
tightness
parsimoniousness
niggardness
niggardliness
closeness
meandom
tightfistedness
minginess
beastliness
parsimony
Antonyms
How to use meanness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer meanness
act of meanness
Etymology
From mean plus the noun suffix -ness.
Full origin of meanness →Frequently asked questions
What does “meanness” mean?
The word “meanness” means unkind or spiteful behavior; cruelty in small, petty ways. In plain terms, the quality of being unkind, petty, or stingy.
How do you use “meanness” in a sentence?
Here is “meanness” used in a sentence: “His meanness toward the new employee was noticed by everyone.”
What is another word for “meanness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “meanness” include meandom.
What is the opposite of “meanness”?
The opposite of “meanness” — its antonyms — are nobility and nobleness.
What part of speech is “meanness”?
“Meanness” is a noun.
How many meanings does “meanness” have?
“Meanness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unkind or spiteful behavior; cruelty in small, petty ways.
