1. the state or quality of being frozen; the condition of having turned into ice or being at or below the freezing point
2. a state of immobility, stiffness, or inability to move or act
Usage: figurative
3. emotional coldness or lack of warmth in manner or expression
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The frozenness of the lake made it safe for skating.
• The actor's frozenness on stage suggested he had forgotten his lines.
• Her frozenness in response to the news showed her shock and disbelief.
• The frozenness of the ground prevented the farmers from planting their crops.
• He spoke with a frozenness that made others uncomfortable in his presence.
• The frozenness of the moment seemed to last forever as everyone waited for an answer.