noun Uncommon

cleanliness

KLEHN-lee-ns

Cleanliness (noun) means the state or habit of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean. Example: “The restaurant was praised for its cleanliness.”

noun

The state or habit of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean.

"The restaurant was praised for its cleanliness."

"Good cleanliness habits help prevent the spread of illness."

How to Use Cleanliness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHow clean and hygienic something or someone is kept.

Common pairings

personal cleanliness strict cleanliness

Word Forms

cleanlinesses plural

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Etymology

Formed from "cleanly" plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.

Rhymes for cleanliness

business ugliness laziness holiness happiness craziness weariness readiness emptiness manliness dizziness tardiness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “cleanliness” mean?

The word “cleanliness” means the state or habit of keeping oneself or one's surroundings clean. In plain terms, how clean and hygienic something or someone is kept.

How do you pronounce “cleanliness”?

“Cleanliness” is pronounced KLEHN-lee-ns (/ˈklɛn.li.nᵻs/ in IPA).

How do you use “cleanliness” in a sentence?

Here is “cleanliness” used in a sentence: “The restaurant was praised for its cleanliness.”

What part of speech is “cleanliness”?

“Cleanliness” is a noun.

Is “cleanliness” a common word?

“Cleanliness” is an uncommon word in modern English.