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diˈverseness Now rare.
Also diversness.
[f. as prec. + -ness.]
1. The quality or state of being diverse; difference, diversity, variety.
c1340Cursor M. 25160 (Fairf.) Wiþ þis worde ours we vnderstande al diuersenes of our erande. a1541Wyatt Change in minde in Tottell's Misc. (Arb.) 37 You, this diuersnesse that blamen most, Change you no more. 1862F. Hall Hindu Philos. Syst. 114 The diverseness of the condition of souls is owing to the diverseness of their works.
†2. Adverseness, frowardness. Obs. rare.
1580Baret Alv. F 1154 Waiwardnesse, frowardnesse, diuersnesse to please, morositas. |