noun as in strong fondness

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roughness, coarseness, dullness, ruggedness

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Example Sentences

Example:The floor was covered with roughness, unlike the smooth satiny carpet.

Definition:The quality or state of being rough or rugged, often referring to a surface that is not smooth or even.

From roughness

Example:The fabric was too coarsely woven to have a satiny texture.

Definition:The quality or state of being coarse, typically referring to a material or texture that is harsh and unpleasant to the touch.

From coarseness

Example:The lack of polish left a dullness in place of the expected satiny shine.

Definition:The quality or state of being dull or lacking in brilliance, often referring to a lack of shine or gloss.

From dullness

Example:The ruggedness of the terrain made the journey difficult, in contrast to the satiny smoothness of the mat.

Definition:The ruggedness of a surface, referring to its rough and uneven texture.

From ruggedness