OBTUND Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

obtund

verb

Definition of obtund

as in to dull

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Detergent, minerals, and everyday grime can cling to the fibers, creating a film that dulls their appearance.

— Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
Abrasive sponges and cleaners can leave tiny marks behind that will dull and damage the surface over time.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of dull

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The developers have sought an exception to rules around how much parking can front a nearby boulevard, and will be expected to provide extra landscaping and screening to buffer the parking from nearby properties.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
With confetti colors and an appealing blocky design (buffered by rounded edges), these statement pieces are easy to clean and light enough to be moved from playroom to patio without a hitch.

— Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of buffer

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However, El Niño and marine heat waves can change the timing or force of the winds, potentially dampening coastal upwelling and reducing the availability of food for sea life along the coast.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The contrast with Arsenal, a picture of stability, has dampened hopes of anything even remotely resembling a title race.

— Jack Lang, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of dampen

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Related Stories Rebecca Keagan of NBC News moderated the Q&A with Eisenberg, Moore and Giamatti.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
Brands’ Chief Integrated Marketing Officer, also discussed the findings alongside Parity CEO Leela Srinivasan, historic tennis champion Ilana Kloss and Shaw during a summit panel moderated by Ari Chambers.

— Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of moderate

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This unit has plenty of opportunities to gel by November, when the schedule softens a bit before a potential playoff push.

— Zak Keefer, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
But while anti-immigrant, pro-Russian parties have made inroads across the continent in recent years, there have also been notable reversals, and some have softened their views to build coalitions with moderates.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026

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