Definition

The state or quality of being complete and not limited by anything else. It refers to having total power or authority, or being entirely certain and definite.

Example

The absoluteness of her authority was unquestioned in the organization.

Conversation

I was thinking about the concept of absoluteness in our discussions.

That's an interesting topic! What do you mean by that?

I guess it refers to having a clear and unchanging perspective on things.

Yeah, but it's hard to find absoluteness in such a complex world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Absoluteness → It is formed from "absolutus" (from Latin, meaning free or unrestrained) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "absoluteness" refers to the state of being free from any limitation or condition.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'free' ('absolutus') from any restrictions — that's what 'absoluteness' means.

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