Meaning and usage of the word badness in English

Meaning of vocabulary badness

badnessnoun

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/ˈbædnəs//ˈbædnəs/

Origin of the word badness

"Badness" originates from the Old English word "bædd," meaning "evil" or "wicked." This word itself evolved from the Proto-Germanic word "badwaz," which had a similar meaning. Over time, "bædd" morphed into "bad" in Middle English, and "badness" emerged as the noun form of the adjective "bad" in the 14th century. The meaning of "badness" has remained consistent, referring to the quality of being morally wrong, unpleasant, or of low quality.

Vocabulary summary badness

typenoun

meaningbadness

meaningwickedness

Example of vocabulary badnessnamespace

  • The thief's badness increased with each subsequent theft.
  • The detective couldn't help but lament the badness that had consumed the once innocent suspect.
  • The mischief that ensued during the class party was a testament to the badness that can ensue when adults aren't around.
  • His addiction had transformed into a never-ending cycle of badness, leaving him helpless and alone.
  • The cheating scandal that rocked the school left a permanent mark on the student body's reputation due to the overwhelming badness that tainted their actions.

Words, synonyms, related vocabulary badness

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