Definition

The state or quality of being usual or shared by many people or things.

Example

The commonness of the language made it easier for travelers to communicate.

Conversation

Have you noticed the commonness of certain trends in fashion lately?

Yeah, it seems like everyone is wearing oversized jackets now.

I wonder if this commonness means they’ll stick around for a while.

Probably! Trends like that tend to last longer than we expect.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Commonness → It is formed from "common" (from Old French *comun*, meaning shared by all) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "commonness" refers to the state of being shared or prevalent among a group.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'shared by all' ('common') and the '-ness' indicating a state or quality. This helps you remember that commonness means the quality of being common.

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