blunt
Translation
dull, not sharp, frank, outspoken
Examples
This knife is too blunt to cut things.
This knife is too blunt to cut things.
She gave a blunt reply to his question.
She gave a blunt reply to his question.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is blunt (sth.) is not sharp This knife is blunt.
a blunt ((noun)) a direct (noun) She made a blunt comment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dull, direct, frank; Antonyms: sharp, pointed, subtle
Etymology
Possibly from Old Norse 'blunda' (to doze), suggesting a dullness or lack of sharpness.
Memory Tips
Imagine a blunt instrument; it's not sharp. A blunt person's comments are similarly not 'sharp' or witty, but direct.