How many syllables in bleakness?

There are 2 syllables in the word bleakness.

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Divide bleakness into syllables:

bleak · ness

How to pronounce bleakness:

Definition of bleakness:

bleakness (adjective):: exposed and barren and often windswept

Synonyms for bleakness:

harshness bite chill desolation gloom cold bitterness coldness starkness

Antonyms for bleakness:

heaven ecstasy joy excitement peace optimism exultation jubilation hope brightness

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