Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being white.

“The artist’s depiction of whiteness in her paintings sparked a heated debate.”

2. noun

A white substance or pigment, especially one used to cover or hide something.

“The painter applied a layer of whiteness to the wall to cover up the stain.”

3. noun

The quality of being pale or fair-skinned.

“Her whiteness made her stand out in the crowd of dark-skinned people.”

4. noun

A social or cultural concept that represents the dominant or privileged position of white people in society.

“The professor discussed the concept of whiteness and its impact on society.”