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obtuse
adjective
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Divide obtuse into syllables:

ob · tuse

How to pronounce obtuse:

Definition of obtuse:

obtuse (adjective):
not pointed or acute blunt
lacking in insight or discernment.

Synonyms for obtuse:

densedulledbrainlessdumbroundeddullthicksluggishbluntdozy
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Antonyms for obtuse:

brainyliterateresourcefulstudiousinstructedgenialstrong-willedaccomplishederuditewily
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