Aguishness

/ˈeɪɡjuːɪʃnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being aguish; the condition of having fever, chills, or characteristics resembling an ague.

Etymology

From aguish + -ness (quality suffix). Creates an abstract noun from the adjective, following standard English word formation patterns.

Kelly Says

The -ness suffix is incredibly productive in English—you can add it to almost any adjective to make it a noun describing that quality. It's one reason English can express abstract concepts so easily!

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