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What does ness mean in godness?

"Ness" in the word "godness" is a suffix that means "state of being" or "quality of".

So, "godness" essentially means "the state of being a god" or "the quality of being divine". It emphasizes the qualities and characteristics that define something as divine, such as power, wisdom, goodness, and creation.

Here are some other examples of words using the "ness" suffix:

* Kindness: The state of being kind.

* Happiness: The state of being happy.

* Darkness: The state of being dark.

* Goodness: The state of being good.

Therefore, "godness" refers to the essence or nature of divinity, not just the existence of a god.

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