What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “sharpened”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “sharpened”

The antonyms of sharpened are blunt and dull. These words describe the opposite of a sharp object, tool, or surface.

Explore all Antonyms of “sharpened”

• blunt
• dull

Definitions and Examples of blunt, dull

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

blunt

Having a dull edge or point; not sharp.

Example

The knife was so blunt that it couldn't even cut through a tomato.

dull

Lacking sharpness or brightness; not vivid or intense.

Example

The colors of the painting had become dull over time due to exposure to sunlight.

Key Differences: blunt vs dull

• 1. Blunt refers to an object that has lost its sharpness or has a flat edge or point.
• 2. Dull refers to an object that lacks sharpness or brightness, or has become less vivid or intense.

Effective Usage of blunt, dull

• 1. Describing Objects: Use blunt and dull to describe objects that lack sharpness or intensity.
• 2. Giving Instructions: Use these antonyms to give instructions on how to sharpen or maintain tools and objects.
• 3. Comparing and Contrasting: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast objects with different levels of sharpness.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of sharpened are blunt and dull. Blunt refers to an object that has lost its sharpness or has a flat edge or point, while dull refers to an object that lacks sharpness or brightness, or has become less vivid or intense. Use these words to describe objects, give instructions, and compare and contrast different levels of sharpness.