Gluttonousness

/ˈɡlʌtənəsnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being gluttonous; excessive greed for food or indulgence.

Etymology

From 'gluttonous' plus the suffix '-ness' (from Old English '-nes'), which creates nouns expressing qualities or states. This follows the pattern of 'happiness,' 'kindness,' and 'sadness.'

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