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brittleness
Brittleness (noun) means the quality of being brittle, easily broken or snapped.
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The quality of being brittle, easily broken or snapped.
"These vignettes often have the flavor of case studies, with interlocking themes related to the brittleness of the body and the complicated work of mourning."
— Parul Sehgal, Fables Leap Back and Forth Through Time in 'Flights' (2018)
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crispness
crispiness
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Rhymes for brittleness
oneness
likeness
idleness
lateness
rudeness
niceness
cuteness
awareness
whiteness
closeness
politeness
gentleness
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of brittleness?
"brittleness" (noun) means the quality of being brittle, easily broken or snapped.
What is another word for brittleness?
Other words for "brittleness" include crispness, crispiness.
What is the opposite of brittleness?
Opposites of "brittleness" include resilience, toughness, ductility, malleability, pliability.
