redness
Americannoun
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
This triggered a temporary inflammatory response -- pain, redness, heat and swelling -- similar to what occurs after infection or injury.
From Science Daily • Feb. 19, 2026
I spotted women glowing with post-laser redness everywhere.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
Consumers of Mitchum's 48-hour roll-on anti-perspirant and deodorant complained on social media of having "agonising weeping spots", redness and irritation after using the product.
From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025
I clear my throat and hope he doesn’t see all the redness burning through my face.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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