noun
ripeness
Ripeness (noun) means the state of being ripe.
noun
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The state of being ripe.
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Etymology
Came from Middle English ripenesse, rypenesse, rijpnesse, from Old English rīpness, equivalent to ripe plus -ness.
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Rhymes for ripeness
oneness
likeness
idleness
lateness
rudeness
niceness
cuteness
awareness
whiteness
closeness
politeness
gentleness
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of ripeness?
"ripeness" (noun) means the state of being ripe.
What is the opposite of ripeness?
The opposite of "ripeness" is greenness.