26984 words

blunt

8 definitions • 6 examples
1
A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well.
2
saying what you think without trying to be polite or considering other people's feelings:

Examples:

I'll be blunt - that last piece of work you did was terrible.
3
to make something less sharp
4
to make a feeling less strong:

Examples:

My recent bad experience has blunted my enthusiasm for travel.
6
saying what you think without trying to be polite or caring about other people’s feelings:

Examples:

blunt criticism
Blunt and outspoken, he often quarreled with fellow officials.
7
not having a sharp edge or point:

Examples:

Use a blunt instrument to smash the ginger and onion into the garlic.
8
to make something less strongly felt:

Examples:

Eating between meals will blunt your appetite.

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