meanness

/ˈminnəs/
noun
  1. Cruel, unkind, or unfair behavior or character.
    • The story shows the meanness of the villain who cheats the poor.
    • She regretted the meanness of her words as soon as she said them.
    • His meanness toward his classmates made him unpopular.
  2. Lack of generosity; stinginess.
    • The charity criticized the meanness of the wealthy donor's gift.
    • His meanness with money caused tension in the family.
    • The meanness of the portion surprised the hungry guests.
  3. Poor quality or low condition; shabbiness.
    • The meanness of the apartment was shocking after the photos online.
    • They lived in meanness, with barely enough to eat.
    • The meanness of the materials used in the building led to quick decay.
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