narrowness

[ˈnæroʊnəs]

narrowness Definition

• 1. the quality of being limited in size or scope
• 2. the state of being narrow

Using narrowness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "narrowness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The narrowness of the road made it difficult for two cars to pass each other.

• Example

  The narrowness of his views prevented him from seeing the bigger picture.

• Example

  The narrowness of the margin between the two candidates made the election results uncertain.

• Example

  The narrowness of the aisle made it hard for the bride to walk down.

narrowness Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for narrowness

• constriction
• tightness
• cramp
• pinch
• squeeze

Antonyms for narrowness

• width
• spaciousness
• breadth

Phrases with narrowness

• narrow escape

  a situation where someone avoids danger or trouble by a very small margin

  Example

  It was a narrow escape from the burning building.

• narrow-minded

  having or showing a limited outlook or lack of tolerance

  Example

  His narrow-minded views on politics made it hard for him to have an open discussion with others.

• narrow down

  to reduce the number of possibilities or options

  Example

  We need to narrow down our choices before we make a decision.

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Summary: narrowness in Brief

The term 'narrowness' [ˈnæroʊnəs] refers to the quality of being limited in size or scope, or the state of being narrow. It can describe physical spaces like roads and aisles, as well as mental perspectives that lack breadth or tolerance. Examples include 'The narrowness of the margin between the two candidates made the election results uncertain.' and 'The narrowness of his views prevented him from seeing the bigger picture.' Phrases like 'narrow escape' and 'narrow down' add additional nuances to the term.