Embracingness

/ɪmˈbreɪsɪŋnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being embracing, inclusive, or affectionate.

Etymology

From embracing + -ness (from Old English -nes, a suffix forming abstract nouns). The -ness suffix is the primary way English creates abstract nouns from adjectives.

Kelly Says

The -ness suffix is incredibly productive in English—you can attach it to almost any adjective to create the abstract noun for that quality. That's why 'embracingness' feels natural: it follows one of the language's core patterns.

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