Redness

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛdnəs/

Definitions of redness

noun a quality or state of being red

Example Sentences

A1 She had redness on her cheeks from being out in the sun all day.

A2 The redness of his face indicated that he was embarrassed.

B1 The doctor recommended a cream to reduce the redness of the rash.

B2 The redness of the sunset painted the sky a beautiful hue.

C1 The redness of the wine indicated its age and quality.

C2 The redness of her anger was evident in the tone of her voice.

Examples of redness in a Sentence

formal The doctor noted the redness and swelling around the wound.

informal I can't believe how much redness there is on your sunburn!

slang Her cheeks were on fire with redness after he complimented her.

figurative The redness of his anger was evident in his flushed face.

Grammatical Forms of redness

• plural: rednesses
• comparative: redder
• superlative: reddest
• present tense: reddens
• future tense: will redden
• perfect tense: has reddened
• continuous tense: is reddening
• singular: redness
• positive degree: red
• infinitive: to redden
• gerund: reddening
• participle: reddened

Origin and Evolution of redness

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'redness' originated from Old English 'readnes' which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'raudinass'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'redness' has retained its original meaning of the state or quality of being red, but it has also been extended metaphorically to describe intensity, passion, or anger.