1. The plural of mercenariousness; instances or qualities of being motivated primarily by money or self-interest rather than by principle or loyalty.
Usage: Plural form of an abstract noun; Formal or literary register

Examples

• The mercenarinesses of the competing contractors became apparent during the bidding process.
• Critics pointed to the mercenarinesses evident in their decision to abandon the project once funding dried up.
• Her mercenarinesses stood in stark contrast to her colleague's genuine commitment to the cause.
• The mercenarinesses of modern politics often overshadow genuine public service.
• He was troubled by the mercenarinesses he observed in the industry.