ENGLISH DICTIONARY

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

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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