Definition

The quality or state of being extremely unpleasant or suffering, often associated with hell-like conditions.

Example

The hellishness of the storm left everyone feeling exhausted and frightened.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced a day that felt like pure hellishness?

Oh, definitely! Yesterday was one of those days for me.

I can relate; it seemed like everything went wrong.

Right? It's like the universe was conspiring against us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hellishness → It is formed from "hell" (from Old English *hell*, meaning the underworld or a place of torment) and "-ish" (meaning having the quality of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "hellishness" refers to the state or quality of being like hell, often implying extreme suffering or torment.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'hell' representing a place of torment, and the suffixes '-ish' and '-ness' indicating a quality or state. This helps you remember that 'hellishness' means the quality of being like hell.

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