singleness

[ sing-guhl-nis ]

noun

1. the state or quality of being single.

Word History and Origins

Origin of singleness¹

First recorded in 1520–30; single + -ness

Example Sentences

With the human race the love sentiment does not usually display the singleness of energy shown among the lower animals.

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She recognized more fully the purity and singleness of his life.

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She sealed herself over and drove ahead with the singleness of purpose, the exclusions, of any tormented thing.

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What distinguished him was his open-mindedness, his essential goodness, his singleness and simplicity of aim.

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A steady climb with unflagging zeal and singleness of purpose always win out.

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