Definition

The quality of being willing to trust others or believe in their honesty.

Example

Her trustfulness made it easy for her to make friends quickly.

Conversation

I really value trustfulness in my friendships.

Me too, it's essential for a strong bond.

Without trustfulness, everything feels uncertain.

Exactly! It makes communication so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trustfulness → It is formed from "trust" (from Old Norse *traust*, meaning confidence or reliance) and "-fulness" (meaning the state of being full of). The word "trustfulness" means the state of being full of trust or confidence in others.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'full of trust' — 'trust' means confidence, and '-fulness' indicates a state of being. This helps you remember that trustfulness refers to having a lot of trust.

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