Definition

The quality or condition of having sharp, uneven edges or points.

Example

The jaggedness of the mountain range made it difficult to climb.

Conversation

Have you noticed the jaggedness of those mountain peaks?

Yeah, it's really striking against the sky!

I guess it adds a lot of character to the landscape.

Definitely, it makes the view so much more interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Jaggedness → It is formed from "jagged" (from Middle English *jagged*, meaning having sharp projections) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "jaggedness" refers to the quality of being jagged or having sharp, uneven edges.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has sharp projections or uneven edges ('jagged') — and the '-ness' indicates the state of having those qualities.

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