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nakedness

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Nakedness (noun) means the state of being unclothed; bareness. Example: “The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame.”

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The state of being unclothed; bareness.
"The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame."

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In plain EnglishThe condition of having no clothes on.

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nakednesses
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Etymology

From Old English nacodnes, built from naked plus the suffix -ness.

Origin: Old English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nakedness” mean?
The word “nakedness” means the state of being unclothed; bareness. In plain terms, the condition of having no clothes on.
How do you use “nakedness” in a sentence?
Here is “nakedness” used in a sentence: “The painting depicts nakedness without any hint of shame.”
What part of speech is “nakedness”?
“Nakedness” is a noun.
Where does the word “nakedness” come from?
The word “nakedness” comes from Old English. From Old English nacodnes, built from naked plus the suffix -ness.

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