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obtund vs blunt

blunt vs obtund

obtund is not an adjective while blunt is an adjective.

obtund and blunt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
obtund No No Yes No
blunt No Yes Yes No
As verbs, blunt is a hypernym of obtund; that is, blunt is a word with a broader meaning than obtund:
  • obtund: reduce the edge or violence of
  • blunt: make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation
Other hypernyms of obtund include deaden.
obtund (adjective) blunt (adjective)
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
used of a knife or other blade; not sharp
having a broad or rounded end
devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment
obtund (verb) blunt (verb)
reduce the edge or violence of make less sharp
make less intense
make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation
make dull or blunt
make numb or insensitive
Difference between obtund and blunt

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