Definition

The quality of being clever, attractive, or cunning.

Example

Her foxiness made her stand out in the crowd.

Conversation

Have you noticed the foxiness of that new actress in the film?

Yeah, she's definitely got a unique charm about her.

I think foxiness adds so much to her character.

Absolutely, it makes her performance more captivating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Foxiness → It is formed from "fox" (from Old English *fox*, meaning the animal known for its cunning) and "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "foxiness" refers to the quality of being like a fox, often implying cleverness or cunning behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of the cleverness associated with a 'fox' — the '-iness' suffix indicates a quality, so 'foxiness' means the quality of being clever or cunning like a fox.

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