plumpness
/'plʌmpnis/
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Definition
Noun: 1. The quality or state of being plump; roundness and fullness of form, especially in a pleasing or healthy way. It refers to a bodily property characterized by being well-rounded, filled out, and somewhat fleshy, often implying a soft, rounded shape rather than being skinny or fat.
Usage
The word "plumpness" is a neutral or often positive term describing physical roundness. It is commonly used to describe cheeks, arms, or overall body shape that is full and rounded in a soft, appealing manner. It suggests a state of being pleasantly filled out.
Examples
- The plumpness of the baby's cheeks made everyone smile.
- She appreciated the healthy plumpness of the ripe peaches.
- With age, he lost the plumpness of his youth and became quite thin.
Advanced Usage
- "A certain plumpness": This phrase is often used to suggest a noticeable but not excessive degree of roundness.
- The actress was known for a certain plumpness that made her roles feel more relatable.
Variants and Related Words
- Plump (adjective): Having a full, rounded shape. (e.g., , )
- Plump (verb): To make or become plump; to drop or fall heavily or suddenly.
- Plumpish (adjective): Somewhat plump.
Synonyms
- Chubbiness: Similar to plumpness, but can sometimes imply a shorter, squatter roundness.
- Fullness: The state of being filled out.
- Rotundity: Roundness of shape, often used in a more formal or humorous context.
- Buxomness (typically for women): Refers to an attractively full figure, especially the chest and hips.
Antonyms
- Thinness
- Slenderness
- Gauntness
- Emaciation
Idioms and Phrases
- None directly formed with "plumpness". However, the related adjective "plump" is used in idioms like:
- "Plump for" (phrasal verb): To choose or decide on something enthusiastically.
- When voting, I'll plump for the candidate with the most experience.
Noun
- the bodily property of being well rounded