noun

homelessness

noun

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 notes

In plain EnglishThe state of being without permanent housing, often discussed as a social issue.

Common pairings

tackle homelessness rise in homelessness youth homelessness

homelessnesses plural

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The city launched a new plan to reduce _____.

From homeless plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.

lawlessness selflessness carelessness restlessness recklessness helplessness hopelessness ruthlessness weightlessness