Freshness Meaning
/ˈfɹɛʃnəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state or quality of being fresh.
nounImpudence; cheek.
Sentence Examples
This cuttlefish has started to lose its freshness.
Freshness is our top priority.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The baker was proud of the ____ of his bread fresh from the oven.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The morning air had a delightful ____ that made it the perfect time for a long walk in the park.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English fresh Proto-Germanic *-inōną Proto-Indo-European *-dyé- Proto-Germanic *-atjaną Proto-Indo-European *-tus Proto-Germanic *-þuz Proto-Germanic *-assuz Proto-Germanic *-inassuz Proto-West Germanic *-nassī Old English -nes Middle English -nesse English -ness English freshness From fresh + -ness.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
""Now we're getting on, sir," was the mollified admission. "You mustn't mind a bit of freshness, so to speak. You took me by surprise, that's what it was, and I've been wound up ever since that happened.""
— 1923, Ernest Bramah, The Eyes of Max Carrados:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The baker was proud of the ____ of his bread fresh from the oven.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The morning air had a delightful ____ that made it the perfect time for a long walk in the park.