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Definition of daffiness

daffiness

/ˈdæf.i.nəs/
daf · fi · ness
Adverb:daffily
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Adjective:daffy
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daffiness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of being silly, zany, or mildly eccentric.

Example

"The lighthearted comedy relies on the endearing daffiness of its main characters to keep the audience laughing."

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• Rhymes for daffiness

• Nearby Words

daegu
daejeon
daemon
daffiness
daffodil
daffy
daft

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from the adjective 'daffy' plus the suffix '-ness', ultimately tracing back to the Middle English noun 'daffe', meaning a fool or simpleton.

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