Meaning of straightness in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    straightness

    Definitions

    1. of hair: lack of a tendency to curl

    Antonyms

  2. 2. freedom from crooks or curves or bends or angles

    Antonyms

  3. 3. trueness of course toward a goal

    Examples

    • « rivaling a hawk in directness of aim »

    Antonyms

  4. 4. having honest intentions

    Examples

    • « he acted in good faith »
    • « doubt was expressed as to the good faith of the immigrants »
  5. 5. a sexual attraction to (or sexual relations with) persons of the opposite sex

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