The Opposite(Antonym) of “acuity”
The antonyms of acuity are dullness and bluntness. These words describe a lack of sharpness or keenness in senses, intellect, or perception.
Explore all Antonyms of “acuity”
- dullness
- bluntness
Definitions and Examples of dullness, bluntness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lack of sharpness or brightness; not clear or vivid.
Example
The dullness of the knife made it hard to cut through the meat.
Example
The dullness of the lecture made the students sleepy.
bluntness
Lack of sharpness or pointedness; not able to cut or pierce easily.
Example
The bluntness of the scissors made it hard to trim the paper.
Example
His bluntness in criticizing her work hurt her feelings.
Key Differences: dullness vs bluntness
- 1Dullness refers to a lack of sharpness or brightness, while bluntness refers to a lack of pointedness or cutting ability.
- 2Dullness can also refer to a lack of interest or enthusiasm, while bluntness can refer to a lack of tact or sensitivity in speech or behavior.
Effective Usage of dullness, bluntness
- 1Describing Senses: Use dullness to describe a lack of sharpness in vision, hearing, or taste.
- 2Describing Intellect: Use bluntness to describe a lack of sharpness in thinking, reasoning, or problem-solving.
- 3Expressing Displeasure: Use dullness or bluntness to express dissatisfaction with a situation, person, or thing.
Remember this!
The antonyms of acuity are dullness and bluntness. Dullness refers to a lack of sharpness or brightness, while bluntness refers to a lack of pointedness or cutting ability. Use these words to describe senses, intellect, and express displeasure.
