Definition

The condition of having spots or marks on a surface, often referring to irregular or uneven patterns.

Example

The spottiness of the paint made the wall look uneven and unattractive.

Conversation

Have you noticed the spottiness on my new shirt?

Yeah, it does look a bit uneven in color.

I wonder if it's a design flaw or just the way it's made.

Could be both, but it definitely gives it a unique look!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spottiness → It is formed from "spot" (from Old English *spt*, meaning a mark or stain) and the suffix "-iness" (meaning the quality of being). The word "spottiness" refers to the quality of having spots or marks.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'spot' as a mark or stain, and '-iness' indicates a quality. So, spottiness means the quality of having many spots.

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