Corruptibleness

/kəˈrʌptəbəlnəs/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being corruptible; susceptibility to corruption or decay.

Etymology

From 'corruptible' plus the suffix '-ness,' which forms abstract nouns denoting qualities. This creates a double-suffixed word (corruptible + ness) emphasizing the abstract quality.

Kelly Says

Using both '-ible' and '-ness' together creates a heavy, philosophical word—'corruptibleness' sounds weighty and serious, which is why theologians preferred it when discussing human weakness!

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