1. plural of peakiness; the quality or state of being peaked, sickly, or in poor health
Usage: chiefly British; often used to describe a pale or unhealthy appearance
2. plural of peakiness; the quality of being sharp, pointed, or having prominent peaks
Usage: less common usage

Examples

• The doctor noted the peakinesses of several patients recovering from the flu.
• Her peakinesses improved once she began eating better and exercising regularly.
• The peakinesses visible in the mountain range made for a dramatic landscape.
• After weeks of illness, the child's peakinesses gradually faded as she regained her strength.
• The peakinesses of the roof tiles created an interesting architectural pattern.