Definition

The condition of being in the early stage of life; the time when someone is young.

Example

The youngness of the children was evident in their playful behavior.

Conversation

I love the energy that comes with youngness, don’t you?

Absolutely! It feels like anything is possible when we're young.

Yeah, I wish I could hold onto that feeling forever.

Me too! But we can still embrace our youngness in spirit.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Youngness → It is formed from "young" (from Old English "geong", meaning youthful or not old) and "-ness" (a suffix meaning the state or quality of). The word "youngness" refers to the state or quality of being young.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'young' which describes someone youthful, and remember that 'youngness' means the quality of being youthful.

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