redness

American

[red-nis] / ˈrɛd nɪs /

noun

the quality or state of being red.

Etymology

Origin of redness

before 900; Middle English rednesse, Old English rēadnes; see red ¹, -ness

Example Sentences

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"The president is using this treatment for one week, and the redness is expected to last for a few weeks."

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

Notably, the medication did not meaningfully change visible symptoms such as redness or swelling.

From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026

For Abby, the aim is to freshen her skin, keep it healthy, and hopefully, treat the acne she's lived with for many years by reducing scarring and redness.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

I spotted women glowing with post-laser redness everywhere.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

Sometimes, for a second, especially in the sunlight, they pierce through, and you almost forget about the lumpy redness on his face.

From "I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter" by Erika L. Sánchez

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