c. 1300, "flatness," from plain (adj.) + -ness. Meaning "clarity" is mid-15c.; that of "open conduct" is from 1540s; that of "absence of ornament" is from 1580s.
雙語(yǔ)例句
1. The room's style exemplifies his ideal of beauty and plainness.
這房間的風(fēng)格說(shuō)明了他對(duì)美與質(zhì)樸的憧憬.
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2. Because of his plainness of speech, he succeeded in making his point.
由于他措詞清楚, 他成功地表明了自己的觀點(diǎn).
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3. Strong resolution makes a great cause out of plainness.
堅(jiān)定的信心,能使平凡的人們做出心人的事業(yè).
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4. Traditional Xi'an snacks blend both delicacy and plainness.
西安 小吃既融合傳統(tǒng)美食和樸素.
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5. This paper mainly deals with the basic characteristics of Chekhov: plainness and conciseness.