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blunt

 

[ blʌnt ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

description

Having a dull edge or point; not sharp. Showing a lack of sharpness or clearness; obtuse. Abrupt in speech or manner; brusque. Not having a sharp edge or point. Lacking in feeling; insensitive.

Synonyms

curt, dull, insensitive, obtuse

Examples of usage

  • He cut the bread with a blunt knife.
  • She gave a blunt response to his question.
  • His blunt remarks offended many people.
  • The pencil was blunt and needed sharpening.
  • Her blunt attitude made it difficult for others to connect with her.
Context #2 | Verb

action

Make or become less sharp. Make or become dull or insensitive.

Synonyms

diminish, dull, weaken

Examples of usage

  • She blunted the knife by using it to cut on a hard surface.
  • The constant criticism blunted his enthusiasm for the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "blunt" in other languages:

🇵🇹 contundente

🇮🇳 कुंद

🇩🇪 stumpf

🇮🇩 tumpul

🇺🇦 тупий

🇵🇱 tępy

🇯🇵 鈍い

🇫🇷 émoussé

🇪🇸 desafilado

🇹🇷 kör

🇰🇷 무딘

🇸🇦 كليل

🇨🇿 tupý

🇸🇰 tupý

🇨🇳 钝的

🇸🇮 top

🇮🇸 bitlaus

🇰🇿 өтпес

🇬🇪 მკვეთრი

🇦🇿 küt

🇲🇽 desafilado

Etymology

The word 'blunt' originated from the Middle English word 'blont', meaning dull or blunt. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The term evolved over time to encompass not just physical sharpness, but also sharpness in speech or manner. The usage of 'blunt' to describe someone's direct or curt manner can be traced back to the early 17th century.

See also: blunted, bluntly, bluntness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,387 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.