Plainness

Pronunciation: /pleɪnnəs/

Definitions of plainness

noun the quality or state of being plain or simple

Example Sentences

A1 The plainness of the room made it feel cold and unwelcoming.

A2 She preferred the plainness of the design over the flashy decorations.

B1 The artist's work was known for its simplicity and plainness.

B2 The plainness of her attire was a stark contrast to the elaborate costumes of the other performers.

C1 The novel's beauty lies in its plainness, allowing the reader to focus on the depth of the characters.

C2 Despite the plainness of the presentation, the message was powerful and thought-provoking.

Examples of plainness in a Sentence

formal The artist's work was praised for its simplicity and plainness.

informal I prefer the plainness of this design over the more elaborate one.

slang I dig the plainness of his style, it's so chill.

figurative Behind her plainness, there was a hidden beauty waiting to be discovered.

Grammatical Forms of plainness

• plural: plainnesses
• comparative: plainer
• superlative: plainest
• present tense: plainness
• future tense: will plainness
• perfect tense: has plainness
• continuous tense: is plainness
• singular: plainness
• positive degree: plainness
• infinitive: to plainness
• gerund: plainnessing
• participle: plainnessed

Origin and Evolution of plainness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'plainness' originated from the Middle English word 'plainnesse' which was derived from the Old French word 'plain' meaning flat or smooth.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'plainness' evolved to also include simplicity, lack of adornment, and straightforwardness.