endentness
The quality or state of having a jagged, notched, or indented edge or surface. It specifically refers to the degree of serration or the structural depth of indentations in technical or geometric contexts.
Examples
3 of 5The endentness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.
The jaggedness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.
Architectural plans must specify the required endentness of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.
Architectural plans must specify the required indentation level of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.
I noticed the endentness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.
I noticed the jaggedness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'dent' like 'teeth.' Endentness is the quality of an edge having many teeth (notches).
Quick Quiz
The geologists measured the ________ of the rock face to determine the rate of erosion over the last century.
Correct!
The correct answer is: endentness
Examples
The endentness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.
everydayThe jaggedness of the mountain range was particularly striking against the clear blue sky.
Architectural plans must specify the required endentness of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.
formalArchitectural plans must specify the required indentation level of the decorative molding to ensure consistency.
I noticed the endentness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.
informalI noticed the jaggedness of the paper's edge, which made it look like it had been torn by hand.
In this study, endentness is used as a metric to quantify the surface area complexity of synthetic polymers.
academicIn this study, serration/indentation is used as a metric to quantify the surface area complexity of synthetic polymers.
The report highlights the endentness of the market's recovery, noting several sharp dips in performance.
businessThe report highlights the jaggedness of the market's recovery, noting several sharp dips in performance.
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
endentness ratio
the ratio of indentations to a smooth surface area
surface endentness
the quality of being notched on a surface level
edge endentness
the degree of jaggedness on the border of an object
Often Confused With
Indebtedness refers to the state of owing money, whereas endentness refers to physical notches or indentations.
Usage Notes
Endentness is a highly specialized, formal term used primarily in geometry, architecture, or descriptive sciences to define the physical property of being notched. It is rarely used in casual conversation where 'jaggedness' or 'indentation' would be preferred.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistake this word for 'indebtedness' due to the similar spelling. Additionally, it should only be used to describe physical or structural edges, not emotional states.
Memory Tip
Think of 'dent' like 'teeth.' Endentness is the quality of an edge having many teeth (notches).
Word Origin
Derived from the Middle English 'endent' (to notch), originating from the Latin 'dens' meaning tooth.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
The geologists measured the ________ of the rock face to determine the rate of erosion over the last century.
Correct!
The correct answer is: endentness
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