Definition

The condition of being bent or not straight, often used to describe something that is not honest or fair.

Example

The crookedness of the road made it difficult to drive.

Conversation

Did you notice the crookedness of that fence in the park?

Yeah, it looked really odd and out of place.

I wonder if they plan to fix the crookedness anytime soon.

I hope so, it makes the whole area look less appealing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crookedness is formed from "crooked" (from Old English "crōcian", meaning to bend or curve) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "crookedness" refers to the state of being bent or not straight.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'bent' or 'curved' — 'crooked' describes that shape, and '-ness' indicates the quality of being that way.

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