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; 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

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

The redness seemed to come from inside each tree in a wonderful way; it was the red she saw through her hand when she held it against the sun.

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen

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