noun as in strong fondness

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hoarseness, roughness, scratchiness

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Example Sentences

Example:She could hardly speak from the hoarseness in her voice.

Definition:A quality of the voice that is harsh, raw, or lacking in normal clearness, often due to injury or illness.

From hoarseness

Example:The fabric had a roughness that made it feel abrasive against the skin.

Definition:The quality of being rough or uneven, often in texture or quality of sound.

From roughness

Example:The sandpaper had a scratchiness that made sanding the wood difficult.

Definition:The sensation of a surface that scratches or abrasively stimulates the skin or throat, often described as harsh or unpleasant.

From scratchiness