rawness
noun
Definitions of rawness noun
emotion
- Uncountable
The state of being powerful and difficult to control, referring to feelings or qualities.
The end of the relationship was particularly painful, largely due to the uncontrollable nature of Emma's emotions.
Children sometimes try to shield the adults around them from their own intense and overwhelming feelings.
The way she expressed her emotions had a raw honesty that gave her art power.
- Uncountable
A powerful quality in a piece of writing, film, or other work that comes from being unvarnished and direct.
The film's authenticity and unrefined quality captivated the audience.
The documentary displayed the social injustices with a stark and unvarnished approach.
The rawness of the book's emotion allowed readers to empathize with the main character's struggle.
pain
- Uncountable
The condition of skin being sore or painful due to rubbing or damage.
After the long hike, his feet were marked by rawness and soreness.
She developed rawness on her ankle from the friction of her new shoes.
In cold weather, exposed skin can suffer from rawness and discomfort.