LOOSE-JOINTEDNESS Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

loose-jointedness

noun

as in gracefulness

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Noun

The brightly colored stalk of larkspur blooms will always draw attention in the garden, and true to their aesthetic, these statuesque flowers are associated with gracefulness and positivity.

— Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
Her stage presence, fashion and gracefulness all stood out, said Billy Mitchell, the Apollo's in-house historian.

— Noelle Lilley, CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026

Definition of gracefulness

Noun

The director of the state Division of Elections, Carol Beecher, in disqualifying him, did not mention finding any evidence of coordination.

— Becky Bohrer, Fortune, 13 July 2026
This has been especially true in recent years as Newsom and the Legislature have pushed through big changes, such as the new prekindergarten grade, that have required massive coordination and effort.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Definition of coordination

Noun

Shea butter, glycerin, aloe, and vitamin E serve up hydration, and synthetic beeswax means the suppleness sticks around.

— Rachel Nussbaum, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Grenache and Cinsault offer suppleness and aromatic lift when handled with restraint, while Mourvèdre provides structure without excessive sweetness when grown at altitude.

— Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026

Definition of suppleness

Noun

This game was top-class entertainment, showcased both teams’ tactical flexibility, and could have ended with a very different scoreline.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Dickinson said the project allows residents to enjoy the flexibility of renting while avoiding many of the maintenance responsibilities associated with homeownership.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of flexibility

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