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- DictionaryBlunt/blənt/
adjective
- 1. (of a knife, pencil, etc.) having a worn-down edge or point; not sharp: "a blunt knife"
- 2. (of a person or remark) uncompromisingly forthright: "a blunt statement of fact"
verb
- 1. make or become less sharp: "wood can blunt your axe"
noun
- 1. a hollowed-out cigar filled with marijuana. informal
The meaning of BLUNT is having an edge or point that is not sharp. How to use blunt in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Blunt.
BLUNT definition: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
Synonyms for BLUNT: abrupt, short, gruff, curt, outspoken, brusque, rude, bluff; Antonyms of BLUNT: diplomatic, smooth, polite, circuitous, tactful, civil, courteous, gracious.
Blunt objects lack points and will slam, prod, or smash rather than pierce, puncture, or stab. In this sense, blunt is the opposite of sharp. For example, a sword is a sharp weapon that has a fine point that can pierce or has a fine edge that can slice.
BLUNT meaning: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
Blunt definition: having an obtuse, thick, or dull edge or point; rounded; not sharp. See examples of BLUNT used in a sentence.
A blunt object is rounded — it isn't very pointy. A blunt comment is candid — it isn't very subtle. When we blunt things we make them less lively, sharp, or intense.
BLUNT meaning: 1. not sharp: 2. saying exactly what you think without caring about people's feelings: 3. to make…. Learn more.
Definition of blunt adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. (esp of a knife or blade) lacking sharpness or keenness; dull. 2. not having a sharp edge or point: a blunt instrument. 3. (of people, manner of speaking, etc) lacking refinement or subtlety; straightforward and uncomplicated. 4. outspoken; direct and to the point: a blunt Yorkshireman.
