Definition

The condition or quality of being gray in color or appearance.

Example

The grayness of the sky signaled that a storm was coming.

Conversation

I noticed the grayness of the sky today; it looks like rain.

Yeah, it definitely gives off a gloomy vibe.

I prefer sunny days, but there's something calming about the grayness too.

True! It makes a cozy day indoors feel even better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grayness → It is formed from "gray" (from Old English *grǣg*, meaning of a color between black and white) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "grayness" refers to the state or quality of being gray.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'gray' and remember that 'grayness' means the quality of being gray.

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