Otiosity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌəʊ.ʃi(ː)ˈɒs.ə.ti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Otiosity is a noun meaning The state or quality of being otiose.
Meaning
The state or quality of being otiose.
Example Sentences
There is no doubt that the ordinary reader would enjoy, and he certainly would profit much by, a revival of the classic work—if only he did not fall asleep over its magniloquent but perissological otiosity.
Word Forms
- otiosities
Synonyms for otiosity
Depending on context, synonyms include idleness, remoteness, aloofness, futility.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ocivity, unofficiousness, omissiveness, tediosity, oisivity, operoseness.
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