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Flatness Definition & Meaning

flatness
noun
  1. the property of having two dimensions
  2. a want of animation or brilliance; "the almost self-conscious flatness of Hemingway's style"
  3. a deficiency in flavor; "it needed lemon juice to sharpen the flatness of the dried lentils"
  4. the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss
  5. inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy; "the general appearance of sluggishness alarmed his friends"

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  • "emotional flatness"
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Frequently asked questions

What does flatness mean?
the property of having two dimensions a want of animation or brilliance; "the almost self-conscious flatness of Hemingway's style" a deficiency in flavor; "it needed lemon juice to sharpen the flatness of the dried lentils" the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy; "the general appearance of sluggishness alarmed his friends"
What part of speech is flatness?
Flatness is a noun.
How many definitions does flatness have?
Flatness has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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