OBTUSE
(adj., adj.sat, verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Obtuse.
How to pronounce obtuse:
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Obtuse - as an adjective
Obtuse - as an adjective satellite
(of a leaf shape) rounded at the apex
Lacking in insight or discernment
Example: "Too obtuse to grasp the implications of his behavior"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
purblindObtuse - as a verb
To dull or reduce an emotion or a physical state.
Example Sentences
"He can be quite obtuse when it comes to understanding sarcasm."
"The obtuse angle in the triangle measures 120 degrees."
"The teacher was frustrated by the student's obtuse questions."
"The movie's plot was so obtuse that I couldn't follow it."
"She gave an obtuse response to his heartfelt confession."
Word Game Points
Is OBTUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obtuse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OBTUSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is OBTUSE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obtuse is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOBTUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is OBTUSE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obtuse is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOBTUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.