Definition

The condition of being old or having lived for a long time.

Example

The agedness of the wine contributed to its rich flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of agedness?

Not really, what do you mean by that?

I guess it's about appreciating the beauty that comes with age.

That's an interesting way to look at it; I think it adds character to everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Agedness → It is formed from "aged" (from Old English "æged", meaning having lived a long time) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "agedness" refers to the state of being aged or the quality of having age.

Memory Tip

Think of the state of being 'aged' — 'aged' means having lived a long time, and '-ness' indicates a quality. So, agedness is the quality of being aged.

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