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Definition of baseness

baseness

/ˈbeɪs.nəs/
base · ness
Adverb:basely
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Plural:basenesses
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Adjective:base
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baseness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality of being morally low, dishonorable, or contemptible in character or conduct.

Example

"The historian's biography exposed the sheer baseness of the informant's betrayal of his closest friends."

2

Inferiority in quality, value, or composition, especially regarding metals alloyed with less precious elements.

Example

"The assayer quickly detected the baseness of the counterfeit coins by testing their density and weight."

3

The condition of having humble, lowly, or obscure social origins (now chiefly historical or literary).

Example

"In feudal society, the perceived baseness of a person's birth severely restricted their opportunities for advancement."

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• Rhymes for baseness

• Nearby Words

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basenji
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'base' (from Old French 'bas', meaning 'low', ultimately from Late Latin 'bassus', meaning 'thick' or 'short') combined with the native English suffix '-ness'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Baseness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/baseness
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