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customariness

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˌkʌstəˈmɛrɪnəs//

KK: /ˈkʌstəmˌɛrɪnəs/

noun
Definition

The condition of being usual or typical in a particular culture or society.


Example

The customariness of certain traditions can vary greatly from one community to another.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed the customariness of our weekend brunches?
Sloth B
Yeah, it feels like a tradition now!
Sloth A
I love how we always try a new dish each time.
Sloth B
Exactly! It keeps things exciting while still being familiar.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tradition
habit
practice
Antonyms
novelty
innovation
exception
Root Explanation

Customariness → It is formed from "custom" (from Old French *costume*, meaning habit or practice) and "-ariness" (a suffix indicating a state or quality). The word "customariness" refers to the quality or state of being customary or habitual.

Memory Tip

Think of 'custom' as a habit or practice, and remember that 'customariness' means the quality of being habitual.

Visually Confused Words
uncustomariness
cursoriness
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