Definition

The condition of having no covering or being exposed; the quality of being empty or without anything on it.

Example

The bareness of the landscape after winter was striking.

Conversation

I was surprised by the bareness of the landscape after the winter.

Yeah, it really changes the whole vibe, doesn’t it?

For sure, I miss the greenery and flowers that usually fill the space.

Same here! It feels so empty without them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bareness → It is formed from "bare" (from Old English "bær", meaning uncovered or exposed) and "-ness" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "bareness" refers to the state of being uncovered or lacking covering.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bare' meaning uncovered, and remember that 'bareness' describes the state of being uncovered.

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