Archnesses

/ˈɑːrtʃnəsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of archness; multiple instances, examples, or manifestations of roguish or playfully mischievous behavior.

Etymology

From 'archness' + '-es' regular plural suffix in English. Follows the same root etymology as 'archness': 'arch' + '-ness.'

Kelly Says

Most abstract nouns don't really need a plural form—you wouldn't say 'multiple sadnesses'—but using 'archnesses' captures the idea of different moments when someone displays that particular roguish charm. It's a word that works better in poetry than in everyday speech!

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