Meaning of the word numb in English
What does numb mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
numb
US /nʌm/
UK /nʌm/
Adjective
1.
(of a part of the body) deprived of the power of sensation
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My fingers were so cold they felt numb.
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The dentist gave me an injection to make my mouth numb.
2.
deprived of the power of feeling or responding emotionally
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After hearing the tragic news, she felt completely numb.
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The constant stress left him feeling emotionally numb.
Verb
1.
make (a part of the body) numb
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The cold wind began to numb my face.
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The doctor will give you an anesthetic to numb the pain.
2.
deprive of the power of feeling or responding emotionally
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The constant exposure to violence had begun to numb his emotions.
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He tried to numb the pain of his loss with alcohol.