preciosity
preciosity is a polysyllabic word with 4 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, preciosity is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofpreciosity
- (usually derogatory) The quality of being overly refined in an affected way (often used to describe speech or writing, but also visual art and dress).
Synonyms: affectation, fastidiousness
- (usually derogatory) An instance of preciosity; something that is overly refined in an affected way.
Synonyms: affectation
- The quality of being precious (of high value or worth).
Synonyms: preciousness, value, worth
- Something of high value or worth.
Synonyms: treasure
Nearby Words
17 wordsTrending in English (US)
Terms getting hyphenated by users right now.