Meaning of the word dullness in English
What does dullness mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
dullness
US /ˈdʌl.nəs/
UK /ˈdʌl.nəs/
Noun
1.
the quality of being uninteresting or boring
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The dullness of the lecture made it hard to stay awake.
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He complained about the dullness of his daily routine.
2.
lack of sharpness or brightness
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The dullness of the knife made it difficult to cut the vegetables.
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The dullness of the old painting was due to layers of dirt.
3.
slowness of understanding or thought
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His intellectual dullness made it hard for him to grasp complex concepts.
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The teacher noted the student's occasional dullness in class discussions.