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Definition of narrowness

narrowness

/ˈnær.oʊ.nəs/
nar · row · ness
Adverb:narrowly
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Adjective:narrow
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narrowness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of having a small width in relation to length; physical tightness or constriction.

Example

"The extreme narrowness of the medieval alleyways made it impossible for modern delivery trucks to pass through."

2

A lack of breadth in outlook, sympathy, or intellectual scope; intolerance or parochialism.

Example

"The historian criticized the narrowness of the committee's vision when designing the new curriculum."

3

The quality of being achieved or avoided by only a very small margin.

Example

"The narrowness of the election victory prompted an immediate recount of the ballots."

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• Nearby Words

narrowcaster
narrowish
narrowly
narrowness
narrows
narva
narva falls

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'nearwnes', formed from 'nearu' (meaning 'narrow', 'constricted', or 'oppressive') and the noun suffix '-nes'.

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