Plainness Definition & Meaning

plainness
noun
  1. the state of being unmixed with other material; "the plainness of vanilla ice cream"
  2. clarity as a consequence of being perspicuous
  3. the appearance of being plain and unpretentious
  4. an appearance that is not attractive or beautiful; "fine clothes could not conceal the girl's homeliness"

Usage tips for "plainness"

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