lawlessness
Lawlessness (noun) means a state where laws are absent or not enforced; disorder. Example: “The blackout led to looting and general lawlessness.”
How to use lawlessness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe condition of a place where law and order have broken down.
Word forms
lawlessnesses plural
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The blackout led to looting and general _____.
Etymology
From "lawless" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “lawlessness” mean?
The word “lawlessness” means a state where laws are absent or not enforced; disorder. In plain terms, the condition of a place where law and order have broken down.
How do you use “lawlessness” in a sentence?
Here is “lawlessness” used in a sentence: “The blackout led to looting and general lawlessness.”
What part of speech is “lawlessness”?
“Lawlessness” is a noun.
What is the meaning of lawlessness?
"lawlessness" (noun) means a state where laws are absent or not enforced; disorder.