Definition

The condition of being separated or distant from others.

Example

The apartness of the two communities led to misunderstandings and conflicts.

Conversation

I've been feeling this strange sense of apartness lately.

Really? What do you think is causing that?

I think it's just the distance from my friends and family.

That makes sense; staying connected is important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Apartness → It is formed from "apart" (from Old French *à part*, meaning separated or aside) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "apartness" refers to the state of being separated or distant from others.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'separated' ('apart') and the '-ness' indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'apartness' means the quality of being apart.

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