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OBTUSENESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Obtuseness.

Obtuseness - as a noun

The quality of being slow to understand

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dullness9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stupidity15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The quality of lacking a sharp edge or point

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
acuteness11

Example Sentences

"Her obtuseness to the situation was frustrating."
"John's obtuseness prevented him from understanding the joke."
"The teacher grew weary of the student's obtuseness in grasping the concept."
"His obtuseness in math made it difficult for him to excel in the subject."
"Despite repeated explanations, her obtuseness persisted."
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Word Game Points

Is OBTUSENESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obtuseness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBTUSENESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is OBTUSENESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obtuseness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBTUSENESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is OBTUSENESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obtuseness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBTUSENESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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