bookishness
|book/ish/ness|
C1
/ˈbʊkɪʃnəs/
(bookish)
fond of reading
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bookishness' originates from the word 'bookish', which is derived from 'book', a word of Old English origin 'bōc', meaning 'written document'.
Historical Evolution
'bookish' evolved from the Old English 'bōcisc', meaning 'pertaining to books', and eventually became 'bookishness' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to books', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessive devotion to books or learning'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being bookish; excessive devotion to books or learning.
His bookishness was evident in his vast collection of rare books.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45