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- Dictionaryblunt/blʌnt/
adjective
- 1. (of a cutting implement) not having a sharp edge or point: "a blunt knife" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of a person or remark) uncompromisingly forthright: "a blunt statement of fact" Similar Opposite
verb
- 1. make or become less sharp: "wood can blunt your axe" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a hollowed-out cigar filled with cannabis. informal
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The meaning of BLUNT is having an edge or point that is not sharp. How to use blunt in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Blunt.
Synonyms for BLUNT: abrupt, short, gruff, curt, outspoken, brusque, rude, bluff; Antonyms of BLUNT: diplomatic, smooth, polite, circuitous, tactful, civil, courteous, gracious.
BLUNT definition: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
abruptly plain and direct in address or manner, without attempting to be tactful: a blunt, ill-timed question. Synonyms: impolite, uncivil, rude, rough, gruff, short. slow in perception or understanding; obtuse: His isolation has made him blunt about the feelings of others. Synonyms: dimwitted, stolid, thick.
Blunt definition: having an obtuse, thick, or dull edge or point; rounded; not sharp. See examples of BLUNT used in a sentence.
1. (esp of a knife or blade) lacking sharpness or keenness; dull. 2. not having a sharp edge or point: a blunt instrument. 3. (of people, manner of speaking, etc) lacking refinement or subtlety; straightforward and uncomplicated. 4. outspoken; direct and to the point: a blunt Yorkshireman.
BLUNT meaning: 1. A blunt pencil, knife, etc. is not sharp and therefore not able to write, cut, etc. well. 2…. Learn more.
(of a person or remark) very direct; saying exactly what you think without trying to be polite. She has a reputation for blunt speaking. To be blunt, your work is appalling.
1. If you are blunt, you say exactly what you think without trying to be polite. [...] 2. A blunt object has a rounded or flat end rather than a sharp one. [...] 3. A blunt knife or blade is no longer sharp and does not cut well. [...] More. Definitions of 'Blunt' 1. Anthony. 1907–83, British art historian and Soviet spy. [...] 2.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion. “ blunt talking and straight shooting”. “a blunt New England farmer”. synonyms: candid, forthright, frank, free-spoken, outspoken, plainspoken, point-blank, straight-from-the-shoulder. direct.
