How to Pronounce Lawlessness

To pronounce "lawlessness", say LAWL-essn-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

LAWL-essn-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “lawlessness”

"lawlessness" has 3 syllables: lawl-essn-ess. It rhymes with flawlessness, if that helps it stick.

What does lawlessness mean?

noun

  1. A lack of law and order; anarchy
  2. Defiance of the law; outlawry

Synonyms

unlaw

Words that rhyme with lawlessness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flawlessness

Related words

anarchyoutlawrywrongdoingunlawfulnessinjusticeillegalitymisruleunaccountability

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How many syllables are in "lawlessness"?▾

"Lawlessness" has 3 syllables: lawl · essn · ess.

What does "lawlessness" mean?▾

Lawlessness: A lack of law and order; anarchy

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