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Frigidness (Noun)

Meaning 1

A lack of affection or enthusiasm; "a distressing coldness of tone and manner".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Her frigidness towards him made it clear she was no longer interested in the relationship.
  • The politician's frigidness during the debate made many question her ability to connect with voters.
  • The teacher's frigidness in the classroom made it difficult for students to approach her with questions.
  • His frigidness towards his family was a stark contrast to the warmth he showed his colleagues.
  • The actress's frigidness on screen was so convincing that it earned her an award for her portrayal.

Synonyms

  • Coolness
  • Frigidity
  • Coldness
  • Chilliness
  • Iciness

Hypernyms

  • Emotionlessness
  • Unemotionality

Hyponyms

  • Stone
  • Lukewarmness
  • Tepidness

Related Words

  • Frigid (adjective)

Meaning 2

Sexual unresponsiveness (especially of women) and inability to achieve orgasm during intercourse.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The psychologist worked with her patient to address the underlying issues contributing to her frigidness in intimate relationships.
  • Historically, women's frigidness was often pathologized and stigmatized, leading to feelings of shame and inadequacy.
  • The couple sought counseling to overcome the wife's frigidness and rekindle their romantic connection.
  • Her frigidness during sex led to feelings of frustration and low self-esteem, affecting other areas of her life.
  • Research has shown that societal expectations and pressures can contribute to women's frigidness and decreased libido.

Synonyms

  • Frigidity

Hypernyms

  • Unresponsiveness

Related Words

  • Frigid (adjective)

Meaning 3

The absence of heat; "the coldness made our breath visible"; "come in out of the cold"; "cold is a vasoconstrictor".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • The extreme frigidness of the air caused our skin to freeze instantly.
  • She struggled to get warm, hating the frigidness that had seeped into her bones after a night spent outdoors.
  • His lips felt numb from the frigidness, and speaking was becoming increasingly difficult.
  • After several hours of walking in the cold, the frigidness began to affect her fingers, making them stiff and hard to bend.
  • The icy water added to the frigidness of the room, causing everyone to shiver in unison.

Synonyms

  • Cold
  • Low Temperature
  • Frigidity
  • Coldness

Hypernyms

  • Vasoconstrictive
  • Temperature
  • Vasoconstrictor
  • Pressor

Hyponyms

  • Coolness
  • Cool
  • Nip
  • Gelidity
  • Frostiness
  • Chilliness
  • Iciness
  • Chill
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