looseness (Meaning)

Wordnet

looseness (n)

frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor

freedom from restraint

a lack of strict accuracy; laxity of practice

the quality of movability by virtue of being free from attachment or other restraints

movement or space for movement

dissolute indulgence in sensual pleasure

Webster

looseness (n.)

The state, condition, or quality, of being loose; as, the looseness of a cord; looseness of style; looseness of morals or of principles.

Synonyms & Antonyms of looseness

looseness Sentence Examples

  1. The loose bolt caused looseness in the machinery, leading to a malfunction.
  2. The soil's high clay content resulted in excessive looseness, making it difficult to plant.
  3. The looseness of her handshake betrayed her nervousness during the interview.
  4. The doctor observed a looseness in the patient's joints, indicating a potential ligament injury.
  5. The chain's looseness allowed the bicycle to sway dangerously while riding.
  6. The curtains hung with a looseness that gave the room an airy feel.
  7. The boxer's stance was characterized by a looseness that allowed him to move quickly and effectively.
  8. The artist's brushstrokes had a looseness that conveyed a sense of freedom and spontaneity.
  9. The fabric's looseness made it comfortable to wear in hot weather.
  10. The looseness of the bond between the mother and child raised concerns about their relationship.

FAQs About the word looseness

frequent and watery bowel movements; can be a symptom of infection or food poisoning or colitis or a gastrointestinal tumor, freedom from restraint, a lack of s

laxity, floppiness,laxness, limpness, slackness,sag, droop,slack

tension, tenseness, tension, tightness, tenseness, rigidity, tightness, rigidity, rigidness, tautness

The loose bolt caused looseness in the machinery, leading to a malfunction.

The soil's high clay content resulted in excessive looseness, making it difficult to plant.

The looseness of her handshake betrayed her nervousness during the interview.

The doctor observed a looseness in the patient's joints, indicating a potential ligament injury.