1. plural of foulness; the quality or state of being foul, dirty, or offensive
Usage: typically used in abstract or collective contexts
2. instances or examples of foul or offensive behavior, language, or conditions
Usage: often used to describe multiple acts or manifestations of wrongdoing or corruption

Examples

• The foulnesses of the polluted river made it unsafe for swimming.
• She was appalled by the foulnesses in his language during the argument.
• The inspector documented the various foulnesses found in the unsanitary kitchen.
• Historical accounts revealed the foulnesses of the prison conditions.
• The foulnesses of corruption plagued the government for years.
• He spoke out against the moral foulnesses he witnessed in society.