Definitions and Examples of dull, blunt, obtuse
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Lacking sharpness or intensity; not bright, clear, or vivid.
Example
The knife was so dull that it couldn't even cut through a tomato.
Having a rounded or flat end; not sharp or pointed.
Example
The blunt pencil couldn't be used for writing anymore.
Lacking quickness of perception or intellect; not sharp or acute.
Example
He had an obtuse understanding of the problem and couldn't come up with a solution.
Key Differences: dull vs blunt vs obtuse
- 1Dull refers to a lack of sharpness or intensity in physical objects or sensations.
- 2Blunt describes objects that have a rounded or flat end and are not sharp or pointed.
- 3Obtuse is used to describe people who lack quickness of perception or intellect.
Effective Usage of dull, blunt, obtuse
- 1Describing Physical Objects: Use dull and blunt to describe objects that lack sharpness or intensity.
- 2Describing Mental States: Use obtuse to describe people who lack quickness of perception or intellect.
- 3Enhancing Vocabulary: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations and writing to enrich your vocabulary.
Remember this!
The antonyms of acute are dull, blunt, and obtuse. Use dull and blunt to describe physical objects that lack sharpness or intensity, and obtuse to describe people who lack quickness of perception or intellect. Incorporate these antonyms in conversations and writing to enhance your vocabulary.
