blunt

blunt · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    (Of a cutting edge or point) not sharp; dull.

  2. 2.

    (Of a person or remark) uncompromisingly straightforward; direct.

  3. 3.

    Having a flat or rounded end.

  4. 4.

    Make or become less sharp.

  5. 5.

    Weaken or reduce the force of.

  6. 6.

    (Slang) A marijuana cigarette rolled in a cigar wrapper.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    blunt instrument — A heavy object used as a weapon; a crude method.
  • •
    to be blunt — To speak directly without softening the message.

Related words

Antonyms: diplomatic, sharp, tactful
See also: direct, dull, frank, sharp
Synonyms: direct, dull, frank, straightforward

Etymology

Possibly from Old Norse blundr ("sleeping, dozing") or related to blind.