ripeness
/ˈraɪpnəs/noun
उच्चारण राइप्नस
पकापन, परिपक्वता
Core word
noun
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[U]
the state of being fully grown and ready to eat
पकापन, परिपक्वता
- Check mangoes for ripeness by pressing them gently.
- The ripeness of guavas can be judged by their smell.
- The ripeness of the mango is judged by its scent.
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- The farmer waited for the ripeness of the crop.
- You can tell the ripeness of a tomato by its colour.
Opposite unripeness
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[U]
the state of being ready or suitable for sth
उपयुक्त समय, परिपक्वता
- In the ripeness of time, the plan succeeded.
- The ripeness of the market for electric scooters attracted several new companies.
- The ripeness of the political situation surprised many.
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- Experts saw a ripeness for reform in the system.
- The ripeness of public opinion made the change possible.