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Definition of unwholesomeness

unwholesomeness

/ˌʌnˈhoʊlsəmnəs/
un · whole · some · ness
Adverb:unwholesomely
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Adjective:unwholesome
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unwholesomeness Lexical Profile

unwholesomeness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being detrimental to physical health, sanitary well-being, or soundness.

Example

"The inspector cited the damp, poorly ventilated basement for its general unwholesomeness."

2

The quality of being morally corrupting, decadent, or harmful to character and mental well-being.

Example

"Critics of the novel objected to the perceived unwholesomeness of its themes and characters."

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• Rhymes for unwholesomeness

• Nearby Words

unwellness
unwhipped
unwholesome
unwholesomeness
unwieldily
unwieldiness
unwieldy

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