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absoluteness

n.
C1 Advanced US //ˈæbsəˌɫutnəs// ab·so·lute·ness Archaic

n. the quality of being completely certain or not allowing any exceptions. It describes something that is total and cannot be changed.

n. the quality of being total, complete, or unqualified. Often used to describe a state of being that admits no exceptions or limitations.


SIMPLE

The absoluteness of the law leaves no room for debate.

CONTEXTUAL

The absoluteness of the decision surprised everyone, as it was made without any discussion or compromise.

COMPLEX

Philosophers have long debated whether moral principles are absolute or if they must be adjusted to fit the specific circumstances of a given situation.

Synonyms
Origin

From absolute + -ness.

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