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bluntest

 

[ ˈblʌntɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

descriptor quality

The term 'bluntest' is the superlative form of 'blunt,' which means having a dull edge or point. It can also describe someone who is straightforward and direct in their speech, often to the point of being rude or insensitive. When someone is described as the bluntest, it implies that they speak or act in the least tactful manner possible, lacking subtlety in their expression. This term can be used in various contexts, including describing personality traits or characteristics of objects.

Synonyms

most brusque, most candid, most straightforward

Examples of usage

  • She is the bluntest person I know.
  • His comments were the bluntest of all.
  • The knife is the bluntest in the drawer.
  • In the meeting, her responses were the bluntest.

Translations

Translations of the word "bluntest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais contundente

🇮🇳 सबसे कुंद

🇩🇪 am stumpfsten

🇮🇩 yang paling tumpul

🇺🇦 найтупіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej tępy

🇯🇵 最も鈍い

🇫🇷 le plus émoussé

🇪🇸 el más romo

🇹🇷 en kör

🇰🇷 가장 무딘

🇸🇦 الأكثر بلادة

🇨🇿 nejotupější

🇸🇰 najotupenejší

🇨🇳 最钝的

🇸🇮 najbolj top

🇮🇸 þykkasti

🇰🇿 ең кедей

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ბლანტი

🇦🇿 ən küt

🇲🇽 el más romo

Word origin

The word 'blunt' originated from the Old French word 'blont,' which means 'dull' or 'foolish.' This can be traced back to the Latin term 'blundus,' meaning 'not sharp.' The usage of 'blunt' to describe a direct manner of speaking came into the English language in the late Middle Ages. The superlative form 'bluntest' has been formed by adding the suffix '-est' to the adjective, following the basic rules of English morphology. Over time, 'blunt' has developed connotations in social contexts that relate to honesty and openness, sometimes contributing to negative judgments about tact or politeness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,131, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.