Definition

The quality of being shady or providing shade, often used to describe trees or areas that are darkened by foliage.

Example

The umbrageousness of the old oak tree made it a perfect spot for a picnic on a hot day.

Conversation

I love sitting under that big tree in the park.

Yeah, it provides such great umbrageousness on hot days.

Exactly! It's perfect for reading a book in the shade.

I always feel so relaxed there, away from the sun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Umbrageousness → It is formed from "umbra" (from Latin, meaning shadow) and "-geous" (a suffix indicating possessing or full of) combined with "-ness" (a suffix indicating a state or quality). The word describes the quality of being shadowy or providing shade, often used metaphorically to indicate a disposition that is easily offended or resentful.

Memory Tip

Think of 'shadow' ('umbra') to remember that 'umbrageousness' refers to the quality of being shadowy or easily offended.

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