CEFR B2

numbness

noun

Meaning

A physical loss of sensation or feeling in a part of the body, or a psychological state of being unable to feel or express emotions.

Examples

The dentist applied a gel to provide temporary numbness before the procedure.
He experienced a profound emotional numbness following the sudden loss of his mentor.

Synonyms: insensitivity, deadness, anesthesia, torpor

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numbness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌm.nəs/

Definition

A physical loss of sensation or feeling in a part of the body, or a psychological state of being unable to feel or express emotions.

Examples

The dentist applied a gel to provide temporary numbness before the procedure.
He experienced a profound emotional numbness following the sudden loss of his mentor.
Persistent numbness in the fingers can sometimes indicate an underlying nerve issue.

Synonyms of numbness

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