Meaning & Definition of word "Dull"
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Dull
/dʌl/
verb:
- 1. To make or become less sharp.
- Example: The constant use of the knife has dulled its edge.
- 2. To lessen the intensity of something.
- Example: The medication dulled the pain significantly.
adjective:
- 1. Lacking brightness, vividness, or sheen; not sharp.
- Example: The sun set behind a dull gray cloud.
- 2. Lacking interest or excitement; boring.
- Example: The lecture was so dull that many students fell asleep.
- 3. Not intelligent; stupid.
- Example: His dull response suggested that he had not understood the question.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'dull', meaning 'blunt, weak'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dull as dishwater:
Extremely boring or uninteresting.
dull blade:
A tool or knife that is not sharp.
dull pain:
A persistent, low-grade pain.
Related Words
dullness:
The quality of being dull; lack of interest.
dully:
In a dull manner.
Slang Meanings of dull
Meaning: Bland
Example Sentence: That movie was so bland, it was downright dull.
Meaning: Boring
Example Sentence: This meeting is really dull; I just want to go home.