Frigidness

/ˈfrɪdɪdnəs/ noun

Definition

The state or quality of being cold or emotionally unresponsive.

Etymology

Formed from 'frigid' plus the suffix '-ness' (from Old English, meaning a state or condition). An alternative form to 'frigidity' with the same meaning.

Kelly Says

English often has multiple ways to name the same quality—'frigidness' and 'frigidity' mean the same thing, but '-ness' words feel more casual while '-ity' words sound more formal and scientific!

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