starchness

/ˈstɑːtʃnɪs/ or /ˈstɑːrtʃnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being starchy, especially in a dull or uninteresting way.

“Her starchness made it hard to talk to her about her emotions.”

Synonyms

  • stiffness
  • stodginess

Antonyms

  • liveliness
  • vivacity