shortness
Shortness (noun) means the state or quality of being short, in height, length, or duration. Example: “Shortness of breath can be a sign of many conditions.”
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The state or quality of being short, in height, length, or duration.
"Shortness of breath can be a sign of many conditions."
"The shortness of the interview surprised everyone."
How to use shortness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe quality of being short.
Common pairings
shortness of breath
shortness of temper
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Word forms
- Plural
- shortnesses
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_____ of breath can be a sign of many conditions.
Etymology
From short + -ness.
Synonyms
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longness
tallness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “shortness” mean?
The word “shortness” means the state or quality of being short, in height, length, or duration. In plain terms, the quality of being short.
How do you use “shortness” in a sentence?
Here is “shortness” used in a sentence: “Shortness of breath can be a sign of many conditions.”
What part of speech is “shortness”?
“Shortness” is a noun.
What is the meaning of shortness?
"shortness" (noun) means the state or quality of being short, in height, length, or duration.
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