Elementary (A2)
IPA: /hɜːrˈsuːt.nəs/
KK: /hɜrˈsutnɪs/
Definition
The quality or state of having a lot of hair on the body.
Example
The hirsuteness of the animal helped it survive in the cold environment.
Conversation

Have you noticed how much hirsuteness is trending lately?

Yeah, I saw a lot of people embracing their natural hair.

It's interesting how society's views on hirsuteness can change over time.

Absolutely! It’s great to see more acceptance of different styles.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
hairiness
fuzziness
bristle
Antonyms
baldness
smoothness
glabrousness
Root Explanation
Hirsuteness is formed from "hirsutus" (from Latin, meaning hairy or rough) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the state of being hairy or having a rough texture.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hirsutus' meaning hairy, and remember that 'hirsuteness' refers to the quality of being hairy.
Visually Confused Words
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whistness
thirstlessness
irresoluteness
firstness
bruteness