Definition

The state or quality of having many clouds in the sky, which can make the weather look gray or overcast.

Example

The cloudiness today made it difficult to see the mountains in the distance.

Conversation

Have you noticed the cloudiness in the sky today?

Yeah, it looks like it might rain later.

I really dislike this kind of weather; it makes everything feel so gloomy.

I know what you mean. A little sunshine would be nice right about now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cloudiness → It is formed from "cloud" (from Old English *clud*, meaning a mass of rock or hill, later referring to the visible vapor in the sky) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "cloudiness" refers to the quality of being cloudy or having clouds in the sky.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'cloud' which refers to the visible vapor in the sky, and remember that 'cloudiness' describes the quality of having clouds.

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