Definition

The condition of having small drops of water on a surface, often seen in the early morning on grass or leaves.

Example

The dewiness of the grass made it look fresh and vibrant in the morning light.

Conversation

Have you noticed the dewiness of the grass in the morning?

Yeah, it looks so fresh and vibrant!

I love how it makes everything feel so alive.

Absolutely, it’s one of my favorite parts of early mornings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dewiness → It is formed from "dew" (from Old English *deaw*, meaning moisture or condensation) and "-iness" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "dewiness" refers to the state of being covered with or resembling dew, indicating moisture.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'dew' which means moisture, and the suffix '-iness' that indicates a state. This helps you remember that 'dewiness' describes the condition of being moist like dew.

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