neatness
|neat/ness|
B2
/ˈniːtnəs/
(neat)
tidy and orderly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'neatness' originates from the Latin word 'nitidus,' meaning 'shining' or 'polished.'
Historical Evolution
'neat' evolved from the Old French word 'net,' which meant 'clean' or 'pure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'neat.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'clean and pure,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tidy and orderly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or condition of being tidy and orderly.
Her neatness was evident in the way she organized her desk.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35