backwardnesses

[US]/ˈbæk.wəd.nəsɪz/
[UK]/ˈbækˌwər.dnəsiz/

Translation

n.The state of being backward or lagging behind; a lack of progress or development.; Hesitation, reluctance, or timidity.; Shyness or bashfulness.

Phrases & Collocations

addressing societal backwardnesses

reducing educational backwardnesses

Example Sentences

his backwardnesses in technology hindered his career growth.

the company addressed its backwardnesses in the market.

education can help overcome societal backwardnesses.

we must acknowledge our backwardnesses to move forward.

backwardnesses in infrastructure can affect economic development.

they worked hard to eliminate the backwardnesses in their community.

the report highlighted the backwardnesses of the rural areas.

backwardnesses in healthcare can lead to serious consequences.

addressing backwardnesses requires collective effort.

backwardnesses in education systems can perpetuate inequality.

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