Curtnesses

/ˈkɜːrtnəsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of curtness; multiple instances or types of brief, abrupt, and unfriendly communication or behavior.

Etymology

The plural form of 'curtness,' created by adding the standard English plural suffix '-es.' Shows how abstract nouns can be pluralized when discussing multiple instances.

Kelly Says

Most abstract nouns in English are rarely pluralized—you don't often hear 'happinesses'—but some contexts allow it when describing different manifestations of the quality.

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