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Definition of stoniness

stoniness

/ˈstoʊ.ni.nəs/
sto · ni · ness
Adverb:stonily
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Adjective:stony
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• noun

1

The quality or state of abounding in, consisting of, or resembling stones or rocks.

Example

"The extreme stoniness of the hillside soil made it unsuitable for traditional plow agriculture."

2

Coldness, severity, or a complete lack of warmth, sympathy, or emotion in a person's demeanor or expression.

Example

"There was an unsettling stoniness in the judge's expression as she listened to the defense's plea."

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• Rhymes for stoniness

• Nearby Words

stoneworker
stoneworks
stonily
stoniness
stoning
stony
stonyhearted

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