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curvaceousness

/kɜːrˈveɪʃəsnəs/advanced Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

The quality or state of having a shapely, rounded, and voluptuous figure.

Example Sentences:
  • The fashion designer celebrated the curvaceousness of the female form in his latest collection.
  • She carried herself with a confidence that highlighted her natural curvaceousness.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'curvaceous,' which is a 20th-century portmanteau or blend of 'curve' (from Latin 'curvus') and the suffix '-aceous' (denoting 'resembling' or 'having the nature of'), modeled after words like 'herbaceous' or 'sebaceous.' The suffix '-ness' is added to form the abstract noun.

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Think of a 'curve' that is 'spacious'—a body with generous, sweeping curves.

Frequently Asked Questions About “curvaceousness

1. What is the meaning of “curvaceousness” in English?

In English, curvaceousness (noun) is defined as: “The quality or state of having a shapely, rounded, and voluptuous figure.”.

2. How do you use “curvaceousness” in a sentence?

The fashion designer celebrated the curvaceousness of the female form in his latest collection.

3. What are English synonyms of “curvaceousness”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “curvaceousness”?

Derived from the adjective 'curvaceous,' which is a 20th-century portmanteau or blend of 'curve' (from Latin 'curvus') and the suffix '-aceous' (denoting 'resembling' or 'having the nature of'), modeled after words like 'herbaceous' or 'sebaceous.' The suffix '-ness' is added to form the abstract noun.