plainness
noun/ˈpleɪnnəs/
/ˈpleɪnnəs/
[uncountable]- the fact of being simple and not decorated or complicated
- the plainness of the architecture
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- the fact of not being beautiful or attractive
- Rochester, despite Jane's plainness, is fascinated by her sharp wit and independence.
- the quality of being honest and direct
- Above all, he valued plainness, openness and honesty.
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