Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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blunt | No | Yes | Yes | No |
numb | No | Yes | Yes | No |
blunt (adjective) | numb (adjective) |
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characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion | so frightened as to be unable to move; stunned or paralyzed with terror; petrified |
used of a knife or other blade; not sharp | lacking sensation |
having a broad or rounded end | (followed by `to') not showing human feeling or sensitivity; unresponsive |
devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment |
blunt (verb) | numb (verb) |
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make less sharp | make numb or insensitive |
make less intense | |
make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation | |
make dull or blunt | |
make numb or insensitive |