trimness
/'trimnis/
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Definition
Noun: 1. The quality or state of being neat, orderly, and smart in appearance or arrangement. It describes a condition of tidiness, compactness, or being well-maintained. - Example: The trimness of the garden impressed all the visitors. 2. A state of good physical condition or fitness. It can imply leanness and a lack of excess. - Example: The athlete maintained his trimness through rigorous training.
Usage Examples
- The trimness of her uniform reflected her disciplined nature.
- He admired the trimness of the newly designed sports car.
- After months of dieting, she finally achieved a noticeable trimness.
Advanced Usage
- "In good trim": This is a related idiomatic phrase meaning in good order, condition, or health. While "trimness" is the noun form, this phrase is commonly used.
- The old house was in good trim after the renovations.
- He keeps his boat in good trim.
Variants and Related Words
- Trim (adjective): Neat and smart in appearance; in good physical condition.
- Example: She looked very trim in her new suit.
- Trim (verb): To make something neat or of the desired size or form by cutting away irregular or unwanted parts.
- Example: He trimmed the hedge.
- Trimly (adverb): In a trim manner; neatly.
- Example: The soldiers were dressed trimly.
Synonyms
- Neatness: The quality of being tidy and in order.
- Tidiness: The state of being arranged neatly and in order.
- Spruceness: Neatness and smartness in appearance.
- Orderliness: The quality of being well-arranged or systematic.
Antonyms
- Untidiness: The state of not being neat or orderly.
- Messiness: The quality of being dirty or untidy.
- Disorder: A state of confusion and lack of organization.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- In fighting trim: In excellent condition, ready for a contest or challenge.
- The team is in fighting trim for the championship.
- Trim one's sails: To adapt or adjust to new circumstances, especially by reducing one's ambitions or expenses.
- With the economic downturn, the company had to trim its sails.
Noun
- a state of arrangement or appearance
- in good trim