Flirtishness

/ˈflɜːrtɪʃnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being somewhat inclined to flirt.

Etymology

From 'flirtish' plus '-ness' (Old English 'nes'), a suffix that converts adjectives into abstract nouns representing a quality or condition.

Kelly Says

When we add '-ness' to adjectives, we're essentially nominalizing qualities—turning how something is into a thing itself, which is why English can have so many abstract nouns describing personality traits and behaviors.

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