noun
Uncommon
homelessness
Homelessness (noun) means the condition of not having a permanent place to live. Example: “The city launched a new plan to reduce homelessness.”
noun
1
The condition of not having a permanent place to live.
"The city launched a new plan to reduce homelessness."
How to use homelessness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe state of being without permanent housing, often discussed as a social issue.
Common pairings
tackle homelessness
rise in homelessness
youth homelessness
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Word forms
- Plural
- homelessnesses
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Etymology
From homeless plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Rhymes for homelessness
lawlessness
selflessness
carelessness
restlessness
recklessness
helplessness
hopelessness
ruthlessness
weightlessness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “homelessness” mean?
The word “homelessness” means the condition of not having a permanent place to live. In plain terms, the state of being without permanent housing, often discussed as a social issue.
How do you use “homelessness” in a sentence?
Here is “homelessness” used in a sentence: “The city launched a new plan to reduce homelessness.”
What part of speech is “homelessness”?
“Homelessness” is a noun.
Is “homelessness” a common word?
“Homelessness” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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