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leisureliness

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈlɛʒ.ər.li.nəs/

KK: /ˈlɛʒərliːnəs/

noun
Definition

The quality or state of being relaxed and unhurried, often associated with taking time to enjoy activities without stress.


Example

On weekends, I enjoy the leisureliness of reading a book in the park.


Conversation
Sloth A
I really enjoy the leisureliness of our weekend mornings.
Sloth B
Me too! It's nice to take things slow sometimes.
Sloth A
Yeah, rushing just makes everything more stressful.
Sloth B
Absolutely! I love just sipping coffee and chatting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
relaxation
idleness
ease
Antonyms
hastiness
urgency
speed
Root Explanation

Leisureliness → It is formed from "leisure" (from Old French *leisir*, meaning to be free or to have free time) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "leisureliness" refers to the quality or state of being leisurely or free from work.

Memory Tip

Think of the state of having free time ('leisure') and how the '-ness' suffix indicates a quality. This helps you remember that 'leisureliness' is about the quality of being free and relaxed.

Visually Confused Words
surliness
unleisuredness
pleasureless
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