Greenness
['grinnɪs]
Definition
(noun.) the lush appearance of flourishing vegetation.
(noun.) the state of not being ripe.
Edited by Charlene--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) The quality of being green; viridity; verdancy; as, the greenness of grass, or of a meadow.
(n.) Freshness; vigor; newness.
(n.) Immaturity; unripeness; as, the greenness of fruit; inexperience; as, the greenness of youth.
Inputed by George
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. [1]. Verdancy, viridity.[2]. Vigor, freshness.[3]. Unripeness, immaturity.
Checked by Claudia
Examples
- In sunshine we see a greenness beneath the azure, as of spring meadows; we catch glimpses of silver lines, and imagine the roll of living waters. Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
- This garden is none of ours, but we enjoy its greenness and perfume, don't we? Charlotte Bronte. Shirley.
Checker: Sylvia