Definition

The condition of hanging down loosely or swinging freely.

Example

The pendulousness of the branches made the tree look graceful in the wind.

Conversation

Did you notice the pendulousness of those branches in the wind?

Yeah, it really made the tree look dramatic!

I wonder if that affects how strong the tree is overall.

It might, but it definitely adds character to the landscape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pendulousness → It is formed from "pendulus" (from Latin, meaning hanging or suspended) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "pendulousness" refers to the state of being suspended or hanging down.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'hanging' ('pendulus') to remember that 'pendulousness' means the quality of being suspended or hanging down.

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