Messiness Definition & Meaning

messiness
noun
  1. a state of confusion and disorderliness; "the house was a mess"; "she smoothed the mussiness of the bed"
  2. the trait of being untidy and messy

"Messiness" in song lyrics

See how messiness is used in real songs:

  • "And engage in our national black messiness"
    Public Enemy f/ Dead Prez, KAM, Paris, Professor Griff — Can't Hold Us Back

Usage tips for "messiness"

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