fertileness

noun

Definition of fertilenessnext
as in fertility

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  1. fertility
  2. productivity
  3. richness
Noun
  • About two-thirds of humanity now lives in countries where fertility is too low for each generation to replace itself.
    — Daron Acemoglu, Time, 7 Nov. 2026
  • For more on the midterm implications, go here; and for more on the fertility procedure, go here.
    — Damian Garde, STAT, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of fertility
Noun
  • University of Central Arkansas economist Jeremy Horpedahl was stunned by Polson's productivity.
    — TODD WALLACK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Despite the tremendous promise of artificial intelligence, its productivity dividend has yet to materialize.
    — Daron Acemoglu, Time, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of productivity
Noun
  • The richness of our culture and heritage, as well as the strength of our nation are inextricably linked to our openness and our history of welcoming others.
    — Eric J. Gertler, New York Daily News, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Cold-weather textures such as suede and velvet lend richness, while unexpected shades and prints provide an antidote to the sea of black, chocolate, and tan that typically dominates the winter accessories circuit.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of richness
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