otiosity Meaning & Definition
/ˌəʊ.ʃi(ː)ˈɒs.ə.ti/
What Does Otiosity Mean?
Otiosity is used as a noun meaning The state or quality of being otiose.
Quick Facts About Otiosity
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌəʊ.ʃi(ː)ˈɒs.ə.ti/ |
| Syllables | 5 |
| Synonyms | idleness, remoteness and aloofness |
| Plural | otiosities |
Otiosity Definition (Noun)
- The state or quality of being otiose.
Synonyms of Otiosity
Otiosity synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
otiosity (countable and uncountable, plural otiosities)
Origin of Otiosity
From otiose + -ity, from Middle French ociosité, from Latin otiositas, from Latin otiosus + -itas (“-ity”).
Pronouncing Otiosity
Otiosity is pronounced /ˌəʊ.ʃi(ː)ˈɒs.ə.ti/ and has 5 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (ɒs).
Frequently Asked Questions About Otiosity
What part of speech is otiosity?
Otiosity is a noun.
What is another word for otiosity?
Words with a similar meaning to otiosity include idleness, remoteness and aloofness. See the full list of otiosity synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of otiosity?
The plural of otiosity is otiosities.