Neatness Meaning
/nˈitnəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being neat.
Sentence Examples
The neatness of his attire was almost incredible.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The teacher praised the ____ of the room because everything was in its proper place.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His teacher praised him for the ____ and clarity of his handwriting.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English neat 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 neatness From neat + -ness.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Both engines and carriages were maintained in admirable cleanliness, and a very high standard of neatness characterised the permanent way and lineside buildings."
— 1946 May and June, J. Alan Rannie, “The Midland of 35 Years Ago”, in Railway Magazine, page 137:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The teacher praised the ____ of the room because everything was in its proper place.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His teacher praised him for the ____ and clarity of his handwriting.