Meaning of BLUNTNESS
| Pronunciation: | | bl'untnus
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- [n] without sharpness of edge or point
- [n] the quality of being direct and outspoken; "the bluntness of a Yorkshireman"
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| | Synonyms: | | dullness, dulness |
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| | Antonyms: | | asperity, keenness, sharpness | | |
| | See Also: | | configuration, conformation, contour, form, inconsiderateness, inconsideration, obtuseness, shape, thoughtlessness | |
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| | Definition: | | \Blunt"ness\, n.
1. Want of edge or point; dullness; obtuseness; want of
sharpness.
The multitude of elements and bluntness of angles.
--Holland.
2. Abruptness of address; rude plainness. ``Bluntness of
speech.'' --Boyle.
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