folksiness

/ˈfɒlkˌsɪnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being friendly, informal, and approachable; a folksy quality.

“The comedian’s folksiness made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.”

2. noun

A characteristic of being down-to-earth and unpretentious.

“Her folksiness helped her connect with the working-class voters during her campaign.”

Synonyms

  • down-to-earthness
  • folksiness
  • homespunness

Antonyms

  • formalism
  • pretentiousness