Definition of OBTUSENESS

obtuseness

Meanings

Plural: obtusenesses

Noun

  • the quality of being slow to understand
  • the quality of lacking a sharp edge or point
  • The quality of being obtuse.
  • Something that is obtuse.

Origin / Etymology

From obtuse + -ness.

Synonyms

dullness, obtusity

Antonyms

acuteness

Scrabble Score: 12

obtuseness is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
obtuseness is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
obtuseness is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

obtuseness is a valid Words With Friends word