Definition of WHATNESS

whatness

Plural: whatnesses

Noun

  • The essential nature or quality of something; its identity.
  • Essence; quiddity.
  • Quality; quantity.

Examples

  • Understanding the WHATNESS of Scrabble involves mastering both vocabulary and strategy.

Origin / Etymology

From what + -ness.

Synonyms

nature, quintessence

Scrabble Score: 14

whatness: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
whatness: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
whatness: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

whatness: valid Words With Friends Word