noun
awfulness
Awfulness (noun) means the state or quality of being awful.
noun
1
The state or quality of being awful.
2
The quality of striking with awe, or with reverence
3
The state of being struck with awe; a spirit of solemnity; profound reverence.
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Etymology
From Middle English aghfulnesse, equivalent to awful + -ness.
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What is the meaning of awfulness?
"awfulness" (noun) means the state or quality of being awful.
What are the different meanings of awfulness?
"awfulness" has 3 main meanings: 1. The state or quality of being awful; 2. The quality of striking with awe, or with reverence; 3. The state of being struck with awe; a spirit of solemnity; profound reverence.