obtuseness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əbˈtjuːsnəs/

Definition

The quality of being slow to understand or perceive; lack of sharpness or quickness of intellect.

Examples

• His obtuseness about the situation was frustrating.

• She despaired at his continued obtuseness, despite all the evidence.

• The politician's obtuseness to public opinion was his downfall.

How to Use obtuseness

obtuseness to (prepositional phrase)

A lack of understanding or responsiveness towards something. — "His obtuseness to criticism made him difficult to work with."

Synonyms of obtuseness

Words with a similar meaning to obtuseness:

• density
• dim-wittedness
• stupidity
• slow-wittedness

Antonyms of obtuseness

Words with the opposite meaning to obtuseness:

• acuity
• astuteness
• shrewdness

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