plumpness

1 of 2

noun (1)

plump·​ness ˈpləmp-nəs 

: the quality or state of being plump

plumpness

2 of 2

noun (2)

: freedom from hesitation or circumlocution

Synonyms

Noun (1)

• adiposity
• chubbiness
• corpulence
• corpulency
• embonpoint
• fat
• fatness
• fattiness
• fleshiness
• grossness
• obesity
• portliness
• pudginess
• pursiness
• rotundity
• weight

Examples of plumpness in a Sentence

Noun (1)

a man of considerable plumpness sat down next to me

the astonishing plumpness that is so often found in the speech of the very young or the very old

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Together, these ingredients provide a noticeable boost in hydration and plumpness, making the skin feel fresh and nourished. —Shivani Vora, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024

This can manifest as visible dehydration, as alcohol quickly dehydrates your skin (taking away plumpness and glow). —Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024

Wrinkle fillers can be a game-changer for anyone with dry, dull, or mature skin who wants a quick, temporary boost of plumpness and radiance. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2024

Its mix of white, tan, and taupe will play well with most color schemes, and reviews mention its quality stitching, tight seams, plumpness that doesn’t flatten with use, and touchable softness. —Miles Walls, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1545, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1718, in the meaning defined above