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Definition of rareness
rareness
/ˈrɛərnəs/
rare · ness
Adverb:rarely
•Adjective:rare
rareness Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
The state or quality of occurring, appearing, or being found only infrequently; uncommonness or scarcity.
Example
"The extreme rareness of the mineral makes it highly prized among geological collectors."
2
The condition of meat being lightly cooked so that the inside remains red and juicy.
Example
"The chef checked the rareness of the steak before serving it to the guests."
3
Thinness or low density of a gas or fluid, especially of the air at high altitudes.
Example
"The hikers struggled to catch their breath due to the rareness of the mountain air."
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While 'rarity' is much more common for the quality of being scarce or an unusual object, 'rareness' is specifically preferred in culinary contexts when describing how lightly cooked meat is.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rareness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rareness