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Straightness (Noun)

Meaning 1

Trueness of course toward a goal; "rivaling a hawk in directness of aim".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Directness

Hypernyms

  • Characteristic

Hyponyms

  • Pointedness
  • Downrightness
  • Immediacy

Related Words

  • Straight (adjective)

Meaning 2

(of hair) lack of a tendency to curl.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Examples

  • Her hair was known for its straightness, falling flat against her back without a single wave or curl.
  • The straightness of his hair made it easy to style, requiring only a quick brush to look presentable.
  • The product promised to enhance the straightness of my hair, reducing frizz and flyaways.
  • The straightness of her locks was a result of her Asian heritage, a trait she shared with many of her relatives.
  • The straightness of his hair was a stark contrast to his sister's curly mane, making them look like an unlikely pair of siblings.

Antonyms

  • Curliness

Hypernyms

  • Curve

Related Words

  • Straight (adjective)

Meaning 3

Freedom from crooks or curves or bends or angles.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Antonyms

  • Crookedness

Hypernyms

  • Configuration
  • Contour
  • Conformation
  • Form

Related Words

  • Straight (adjective)

Meaning 4

Having honest intentions; "he acted in good faith"; "doubt was expressed as to the good faith of the immigrants".

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

  • Good Faith

Hypernyms

  • Honesty

Related Words

  • Straight (adjective)

Meaning 5

A sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the opposite sex.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The comedian's joke about straightness was met with a mixture of laughter and uncomfortable silence.
  • Her straightness was something she took for granted until her friend came out as gay.
  • The couple's straightness was not a source of pride for them, but rather a simple fact of their relationship.
  • In the conservative community, any deviation from traditional straightness was viewed with suspicion.
  • The researcher sought to explore the social constructs of straightness and how they impact relationships.

Synonyms

  • Heterosexuality
  • Heterosexualism

Hypernyms

  • Sexual Practice
  • Sexual Activity
  • Sex Activity

Related Words

  • Straight (adjective)
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