ness Definition
a suffix added to adjectives to form nouns that refer to a state or quality of being.
Using ness: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
happiness
Example
sadness
Example
kindness
Origins of ness
from Old English 'nes', meaning 'headland, promontory'
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Summary: ness in Brief
The suffix 'ness' [nɛs] is added to adjectives to form nouns that refer to a state or quality of being. Examples include 'happiness,' 'sadness,' and 'kindness.'
