Definitions and Examples of blunt, dull
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking a sharp edge or point; not able to cut or pierce easily.
Example
The blunt knife couldn't slice through the tough meat.
Lacking brightness, vividness, or sharpness; not clear or distinct.
Example
The dull pencil couldn't make a clear mark on the paper.
Key Differences: blunt vs dull
- 1Blunt refers to a lack of sharpness in an object, such as a knife or blade.
- 2Dull refers to a lack of brightness or sharpness in a sensory experience, such as a color or sound.
Effective Usage of blunt, dull
- 1Describing Objects: Use blunt to describe objects that lack sharpness or precision.
- 2Describing Sensory Experiences: Use dull to describe sensory experiences that lack brightness or sharpness.
- 3Comparing and Contrasting: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast different objects or experiences.
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Remember this!
The antonyms blunt and dull convey a lack of sharpness or precision. Blunt refers to objects that lack sharpness, while dull refers to sensory experiences that lack brightness or sharpness. Use these antonyms to describe objects and sensory experiences, compare and contrast different things, and enrich your vocabulary.
