redness

noun

red·​ness ˈred-nəs How to pronounce redness (audio)
: the quality or state of being red or red-hot

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The microneedles — infused with phyto-retinol, niacinamide, and green tea — delivered ingredients effectively without causing discomfort, and post-use redness faded quickly, leaving skin smooth and refreshed. Jennifer Ford, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025 Bird flu symptoms include eye redness or discharge, fever, cough or difficulty breathing, sore throat, muscle or body aches, diarrhea and vomiting, occurring to the LA DOH. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 Symptoms of bird flu in humans include eye redness or discharge, fever, cough or difficulty breathing, sore throat, muscle or body aches, diarrhea and vomiting. Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024 The Tower 28 Swipe Serum Concealer glosses over blemishes, dark circles, and redness without causing any further irritation. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for redness 

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of redness was before the 12th century

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“Redness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/redness. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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