looseness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈluːsnəs/

Definition

The state or quality of not being tightly fixed, fastened, or stretched; a lack of firmness or rigidity.

Examples

• The mechanic noticed the looseness of the wheel nuts during the inspection.

• She adjusted the guitar string, trying to remove the slight looseness in its tension.

• The general looseness of the old fence made it easy for the wind to blow it down.

Synonyms of looseness

Words with a similar meaning to looseness:

• slackness
• laxity
• flaccidity
• limpness

Antonyms of looseness

Words with the opposite meaning to looseness:

• tightness
• firmness
• rigidity

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