1. plural of clinginess; the quality or state of being clingy; tendency to cling or adhere to someone or something
Usage: informal; usually uncountable in singular form, but pluralized to refer to multiple instances or types

Examples

• The clinginesses of different fabrics vary depending on their material composition.
• Her clinginesses to her parents made it difficult for her to adjust to college life.
• The clinginesses of the vines to the trellis required regular pruning.
• His emotional clinginesses in relationships often pushed people away.
• The clinginesses of wet clay made it ideal for sculpting.