Petiteness: meaning, definitions and examples
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petiteness
[ pəˈtiːtnəs ]
in personality traits
The quality or state of being small in size or stature, especially in a delicate or dainty way. Petiteness is often associated with elegance and grace.
Synonyms
daintiness, delicateness, smallness
Examples of usage
- Her petiteness was enhanced by the way she carried herself.
- Despite her petiteness, she commanded attention whenever she entered a room.
in fashion
A style or trend that emphasizes small or diminutive proportions, often in clothing or accessories. Petiteness in fashion is about celebrating the beauty of petite frames.
Synonyms
dainty style, miniature trend, small size fashion
Examples of usage
- The designer's collection featured a range of options for those who appreciate petiteness in clothing.
- Petiteness in fashion is not about limitations, but rather about embracing one's unique size and shape.
Translations
Translations of the word "petiteness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pequenez
🇮🇳 छोटापन
🇩🇪 Kleinheit
🇮🇩 kecil
🇺🇦 маленькість
🇵🇱 małość
🇯🇵 小ささ (chīsasa)
🇫🇷 petitesse
🇪🇸 pequeñez
🇹🇷 küçüklük
🇰🇷 작음 (jakeum)
🇸🇦 صغر (ṣighar)
🇨🇿 malost
🇸🇰 maličkosť
🇨🇳 小 (xiǎo)
🇸🇮 majhnost
🇮🇸 smæð
🇰🇿 кішкентайлық
🇬🇪 პატარა (pat'ara)
🇦🇿 kiçiklik
🇲🇽 pequeñez
Word origin
The word 'petiteness' originated from the French word 'petit', meaning small. It first came into use in the English language in the early 19th century. The concept of petiteness has been celebrated in various aspects of life, from fashion to personality traits, as a way to appreciate the beauty in small or delicate forms.