whiteness
/ˈwaɪtnəs/
noun
- The quality or state of being white in color.
- The whiteness of the snow was almost blinding in the sun.
- She admired the whiteness of the freshly painted walls.
- The whiteness of the clouds contrasted with the blue sky.
- The social or cultural identity associated with being a white person, often discussed in terms of privilege or race.
- Many scholars study the history of whiteness and its impact on society.
- Discussions about whiteness are important for understanding systemic racism.
- The book explores how whiteness has been constructed as a social norm.
- Purity or cleanliness, especially of a surface or fabric.
- The whiteness of the tablecloth showed how well it had been laundered.
- He was proud of the whiteness of his teeth after using the whitening toothpaste.
- The whiteness of the marble floors made the room feel bright and clean.
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