1. the quality or state of being native to a particular place
2. the quality of being natural or innate rather than acquired

Examples

• The nativeness of the plant species to this region makes it well-adapted to the climate.
• Her nativeness to the area gave her deep knowledge of local customs.
• The nativeness of his musical ability was evident from an early age.
• Researchers studied the nativeness of various bird species to the wetlands.
• The nativeness of her accent revealed her hometown origins.
• His nativeness to the mountains showed in his sure-footed hiking skills.