Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈflæt.nəs/
KK: /flæt.nəs/
Definition
The condition of having a smooth, even surface without any bumps or irregularities.
Example
The flatness of the table made it perfect for drawing.
Conversation

I was looking at some paintings today, and I noticed the flatness in some of them.

Yeah, some artists really embrace that style, don’t they?

Exactly! It gives a different perspective, but sometimes it feels a bit bland.

True, a little texture can really bring a piece to life.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
unevenness
bumpiness
roughness
Root Explanation
Flatness → It is formed from "flat" (from Old English *flaet*, meaning level or smooth) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "flatness" refers to the state of being flat or level.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'flat' to remember that 'flatness' means the quality of being flat or level.
Visually Confused Words
fatness
floatiness
lateness
lastness
feltness
featness
fastness
flauntiness