spareness

noun

Definition of sparenessnext
as in sparseness

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Recent Examples of spareness Scored only by drum machine, a single synth, chimes, and tubular bells, the song’s straightforward tale sounds dramatically magnificent in spite of its spareness. — Billie Bugara, Pitchfork, 26 Apr. 2026
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  1. sparsity
  2. scarcity
  3. slimness
  4. stinginess
Noun
  • Structured sparsity assumes that two out of every four adjacent parameters are zero.
    — Olivia Hsu, IEEE Spectrum, 28 Apr. 2026
  • For those who like the simplistic approach of minimalism but question its sparsity, warm minimalism is the answer.
    — Erica Puisis, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Definition of sparsity
Noun
  • Therefore, analysts note that if extreme weather worsens water and power scarcity, the impact could ripple through the entire semiconductor supply chain.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Three of the Florida Keys’ most famous luxury resorts have changed hands in just three months, drawing nearly half a billion dollars from investors betting on a market defined by scarcity.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of scarcity
Noun
  • The overall slimness of the shoe has a narrow toe box, not allowing the toes to splay, which can lead to hammer toes or aggravation of bunions.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The visual form demands a stark contrast between the protruding belly and the slimness of the rest of a woman’s body.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of slimness
Noun
  • What’s behind all the token stinginess?
    — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 3 June 2026
  • That’s why Holmes’ steady stinginess looms so large.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 May 2026
Definition of stinginess

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“Spareness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spareness. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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