Zoeken
02
bot, suff
not sharp or having a dull edge, making it ineffective for cutting or piercing
03
stomp, niet scherp
lacking a sharp or pointed edge
04
eerlijk, rechttoe
devoid of any qualifications or disguise or adornment
to blunt
01
verzachten, afzwakken
make less intense
02
afvlakken, stompen
to make something less sharp, often referring to an edge or point, resulting in a decreased ability to cut or pierce
Transitive
03
afzwakken, verzachten
make less lively, intense, or vigorous; impair in vigor, force, activity, or sensation
04
bot worden, scherpte verliezen
to become less sharp or to lose the ability to cut or pierce effectively over time or through use
Intransitive
blunt
adj
bluntly
adv
bluntly
adv
bluntness
n
bluntness
n
Voorbeeld
The politician's blunt response to the reporter's question revealed a lack of diplomacy.
The teacher's blunt criticism of the student's performance was demoralizing.
When asked about her opinion, she offered a blunt and honest evaluation of the proposal.
The table leg was blunt, with a rounded end to prevent injuries from bumps.
Her blunt honesty often discomfited those who expected polite small talk.
