Definition

The state of being broken into parts or pieces, lacking completeness or continuity.

Example

The fragmentariness of the evidence made it difficult to draw a clear conclusion.

Conversation

I was reading this article about the fragmentariness of modern life.

That sounds interesting! What did it say?

It talked about how everything feels so disconnected these days.

I totally agree; sometimes it’s hard to keep track of things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fragmentariness → It is formed from "fragment" (from Latin *fragmentum*, meaning a piece or broken part) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "fragmentariness" refers to the quality of being fragmented or broken into pieces.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'fragment' as a 'broken piece' and remember that 'fragmentariness' describes the state of being broken into pieces.

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