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Nakedness Meaning in English

word

ˈneɪkɪdnəs
NAY-kid-nuss
nˈeɪkɪdnəs
NAY-kid-nuss

Definition

The state of being without clothes; can also refer to being exposed or unprotected in a non-physical sense.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly formal or literary; describes both physical nudity and a broader sense of being vulnerable or open. Common in religious, artistic, or poetic contexts. Not typically used in everyday conversation for referring to someone without clothes (use "naked" or "nude").

Example Sentences

The sculpture shows the nakedness of the human body.

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He was embarrassed by his nakedness when the door opened.

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Stories in ancient myths often talk about the nakedness of gods.

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She felt a strange sense of nakedness when she shared her secrets.

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There's a kind of nakedness in admitting you were wrong.

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The movie explores the nakedness of human emotions.

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