Quaintness
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkweɪntnəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Quaintness is a noun meaning The state or fact of being quaint; having old-fashioned charm.
Meaning
The state or fact of being quaint; having old-fashioned charm.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) Cunning; craftiness.
- (obsolete) Skill, artfulness.
- (obsolete) Primness, fastidiousness, preciousness.
Example Sentences
As for good Terence, I allow the quaintnesse [translating mignardise] and grace of his Latine tongue, and judge him wonderfull conceited and apt[…].
Word Forms
- quaintnesses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cunning, cuteness, sleight, craftiness, cleverness, guile.
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