waneness
|wane-ness|
C1
/ˈweɪn.nəs/
(wane)
decreasing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wane' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wanian,' where 'wan-' meant 'to decrease or diminish.'
Historical Evolution
'wanian' transformed into the Middle English word 'wanen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'wane.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to decrease or diminish,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to become pale or less vibrant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being pale or lacking color.
The wane of the moon was mirrored in the wane of her complexion.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 07:21