stubbiness
Definition
Noun: The quality or state of being short and broad in form or shape; having a squat, truncated appearance.
Usage
The noun "stubbiness" describes a physical characteristic. It is typically used to refer to objects or body parts that are notably short and wide.
Examples
- The stubbiness of the new pencil made it difficult for the child to hold.
- He was self-conscious about the stubbiness of his fingers.
- The stubbiness of the tower gave it a uniquely sturdy and imposing look.
Advanced Usage
- "stubbiness of [something]": This is the most common construction, used to specify what possesses the short, broad quality.
- The design emphasized the stubbiness of the vehicle's profile.
Variants and Related Words
- Stubby (adjective): Having a short, thick shape.
- He gripped the stubby candle.
- Stub (noun): A short remaining piece of something; a truncated end.
- She saved the ticket stub.
Synonyms
- Squatness: The quality of being low and broad.
- Stockiness: The quality of being solidly built; thickest.
- Chunkiness: The quality of being short and thick or bulky.
Antonyms
- Slenderness
- Lankiness
- Elongation
Noun
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the property of being short and broad
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