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obtuse
01
slow or reluctant to understand things or respond emotionally to something
Examples
Despite the clear explanation, he remained obtuse and failed to grasp the concept.
She found his obtuse reaction to her heartfelt apology frustrating and disheartening.
02
(of angle) greater than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees
Examples
The angle formed by the hands of the clock at 2:30 is obtuse, measuring approximately 120 degrees.
In the triangle, angle A is acute, angle B is right, and angle C is obtuse, measuring 135 degrees.
03
(of a young pigeon) immature and still dependent on parental care
Examples
The mother pigeon fed her obtuse chicks in the nest.
The obtuse squabs were too small to leave the rooftop safely.
04
(of a leaf) having a rounded or blunt tip rather than a pointed apex
Examples
The botanist identified the plant by its obtuse leaves.
The tree 's leaves were obtuse, giving them a soft, rounded appearance.
05
not keenly aware of subtlety
Examples
She was obtuse to the irony in his statement.
The critic was obtuse to the nuances of the novel.
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