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obtuse Definition and Meaning in English (obtuse definition)

adjective
Synonyms:dullstupidslow-witted
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Obtuse definition: Lacking sharpness of intellect; annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand.

Definitions of Obtuse

  1. 1adjective

    Lacking sharpness of intellect; annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand.

  2. 2adjective(formal)

    (Of an angle) greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees.

Example Sentences

casual

“He was too obtuse to grasp the subtle humor of the situation.”

formal

“An obtuse angle is wider than a right angle.”

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nounobtuseness
adverbobtusely

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Obtuse definition: Lacking sharpness of intellect; annoyingly insensitive or slow to understand.
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