materiality
noun
ma·te·ri·al·i·ty
mə-ˌtir-ē-ˈa-lə-tē 
plural materialities
1
: the quality or state of being material
2
: something that is material
Examples of materiality in a Sentence
preferred a single materiality to a slew of hypotheticals
the materiality of that fact is not in dispute
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Her portfolio is an exploration of materiality and synthesis, blurring the lines between disciplines.
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Meticulous and never ostentatious, his work displays refined elegance, luxurious detailing, exacting craftsmanship, historical references, and a sumptuous materiality.
—Jennifer Baum Lagdameo, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
Abstract canvases explore nature, the body and materiality.
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This is a message disguised as concrete poetry; the materiality of language conceals a cry for help.
—Daniel R. Quiles, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Meticulous and never ostentatious, his work displays refined elegance, luxurious detailing, exacting craftsmanship, historical references, and a sumptuous materiality.
—Jennifer Baum Lagdameo, Architectural Digest, 10 Mar. 2026
Abstract canvases explore nature, the body and materiality.
—Alyson Rodriguez, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
This is a message disguised as concrete poetry; the materiality of language conceals a cry for help.
—Daniel R. Quiles, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for materiality
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“Materiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/materiality. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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