Blunt ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Blunt ( adjective )

1. Not sharp; having a dull edge or point.
2. Lacking sharpness of intellect or feeling; not able to think or react quickly.
3. Direct and forthright in speech or manner; not subtle or diplomatic.

Origin:

Old english bluntt, of germanic origin; related to german blöde "stupid".

Examples:

1. The knife was so dull, it couldn't cut through the bread.
2. He was a bit blunt, but he always spoke his mind.
3. She was too blunt in her criticism and hurt his feelings.
4. He made a blunt instrument out of a piece of wood.
5. The blunt edge of the sword was not good for cutting.

(As a verb)

Blunt ( verb )

1. Not sharp; having a dull edge or point.
2. Lacking sharpness of intellect or feeling; not able to think or react quickly.
3. Direct and forthright in speech or manner; not subtle or diplomatic.

Origin:

Old english bluntt, of germanic origin; related to german blöde "stupid".

Examples:

1. The knife was so dull, it couldn't cut through the bread.
2. He was a bit blunt, but he always spoke his mind.
3. She was too blunt in her criticism and hurt his feelings.
4. He made a blunt instrument out of a piece of wood.
5. The blunt edge of the sword was not good for cutting.