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backwardness

/ˈbækwərdnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does backwardness mean?

noun

The state or quality of being backward in development, knowledge, or progress; a lack of advancement or sophistication.

Example

"The town's backwardness in technology made it difficult for residents to access modern amenities."

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