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Lameness

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

An impediment to walking due to the feet or legs..

Definitions by Sense

  1. An impediment to walking due to the feet or legs.
  2. (informal) The quality of being lame, pathetic or uncool.

Example Sentences

His lameness may have prevented him from walking but it didn't stop him from running for public office.
I can't believe the lameness of the special effects in that movie.

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Antonyms for lameness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does lameness mean?

Lameness means An impediment to walking due to the feet or legs..

What is a synonym for lameness?

Common synonyms include gimp, claudication, limping, gameness.

What is the opposite of lameness?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use lameness in a sentence?

His lameness may have prevented him from walking but it didn't stop him from running for public office.

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