oneness
|one-ness|
B2
/ˈwʌn.nəs/
unity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oneness' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'on' combined with the suffix '-ness', where 'on' meant 'one' and '-ness' indicated a state or quality.
Historical Evolution
'on' transformed into the modern English word 'one', and eventually became 'oneness' through the addition of the suffix '-ness'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the state of being one', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being unified or whole, despite the presence of diversity.
The oneness of the team was evident in their synchronized performance.
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Last updated: 2025/05/31 09:32