narrowness — the quality of being narrow; limited extent or scope
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being narrow; limited extent or scope
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnæroʊnəs/
Example Sentences
- The narrowness of his thinking prevented him from seeing other solutions.
- The narrowness of the subway platform during rush hour is absolutely terrifying.
- My diet plan failed due to the narrowness of my food choices - I only ate pizza.
narrowness
NOUN[/ˈnæroʊnəs/]
the quality of being narrow; limited extent or scope
The narrowness of the bridge forced the hikers to cross in single file.
The narrowness of the doorway allowed only one person through at a time. (narrow + -ness → the state of being narrow)
The narrowness of the gap let only the sparrow slip through.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Narrowness derives from Old English 'nearu', meaning close or narrow, which evolved through Middle English to its modern form. The semantic development shifted from the original sense of 'being close together' to the more specific meaning of 'having little width'.
Breakdown
narrow (adjective, from Old English nearu) + -ness (suffix forming abstract nouns denoting state, condition, or quality).
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📝Examples
“The narrowness of his thinking prevented him from seeing other solutions.”
“The narrowness of the subway platform during rush hour is absolutely terrifying.”
“My diet plan failed due to the narrowness of my food choices - I only ate pizza.”
“The narrowness of the bridge made the crossing quite dangerous.”
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