Pronunciation: [skwˈe͡ədnəs] (IPA) 
The word squaredness refers to the state of being square in shape or proportion. It is spelled with two "s" and two "e" after the "q," which is pronounced as /skwɛərdnəs/. The first syllable "squared" is pronounced as /skwɛərd/, followed by the suffix "-ness" pronounced as /nəs/. Squaredness is a useful term in geometry and mathematics related subject where this term is used to refer to the squareness of a figure.
Squaredness is a noun that refers to the quality or state of being square in shape, form, or structure. It describes the extent to which an object or entity possesses or exhibits the characteristics of a geometrical square, which is a quadrilateral with four equal sides and four right angles.
In the context of physical objects, squaredness usually implies that the corners or edges are at precise right angles to each other, resulting in equal lengths for all sides and a flat, regular shape with straight lines. It suggests a balanced and symmetrical appearance, often associated with stability, strength, and solidity.
Additionally, squaredness can also be used metaphorically to describe the qualities of an individual or a group. In this sense, it denotes traits such as conformity, conventionality, and a tendency to adhere to established norms or societal expectations. It implies a resistance to deviating from established patterns or traditions, and a preference for order, structure, and routine.
Overall, squaredness encompasses the concepts of geometric conformity and figurative adherence to societal norms, representing the physical and abstract attributes associated with square shapes and behaviors.
The word "squaredness" is derived from the adjective "squared", which comes from the noun "square". The noun "square" originates from the Old French word "esquare", which means "a square". It is further derived from the Latin word "quadra", meaning "a square or a rule". The term "squaredness" is formed by adding the suffix "-ness" to "squared", to indicate the quality, state, or condition of being square.
