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Definition of daintiness

daintiness

/ˈdeɪn.ti.nəs/
dain · ti · ness
Adverb:daintily
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Adjective:dainty
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• noun

1

The quality of being delicately small, graceful, and attractive in appearance, structure, or movement.

Example

"The antique porcelain teacup was admired for the exquisite daintiness of its floral handle."

2

Fastidiousness or excessive particularity regarding one's tastes, manners, or personal habits.

Example

"His extreme daintiness at the dinner table made it difficult for the host to find a dish he would eat."

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• Rhymes for daintiness

• Nearby Words

dailiness
daily
daintily
daintiness
dainty
daiquiri
dairy

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from 'dainty' (borrowed from Old French 'deintie', from Latin 'dignitas' meaning 'worthiness' or 'dignity') combined with the native English suffix '-ness'.

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