Bornness
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The state or condition with which one is born; one's inherent quality; natural ability or inclination. uncountable
"This “bornness” often entails so many infirmities of genius as to greatly modify its value. In the game of salesmanship, as it is beginning to be played today, “bornness” untrained cannot compete with highly trained mediocrity."
Example
More examples"This “bornness” often entails so many infirmities of genius as to greatly modify its value. In the game of salesmanship, as it is beginning to be played today, “bornness” untrained cannot compete with highly trained mediocrity."
Etymology
From born + -ness.
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