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faultlessness

|fault-less-ness|

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/ˈfɔltləsnəs/

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/ˈfɔːltləsnəs/

(faultless)

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Base FormComparativeSuperlative
faultlessmore faultlessmost faultless
Etymology
Etymology Information

'faultlessness' originates from the English word 'faultless', where 'fault' meant 'a defect or imperfection' and the suffix '-less' meant 'without'.

Historical Evolution

'faultless' changed from the Middle English word 'faute' and eventually became the modern English word 'faultless'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without fault or defect', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the state or quality of being without fault or error.

Her performance was marked by faultlessness.

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Last updated: 2025/02/08 18:52