Blunt-witted

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
dull; stupid
"Blunt-witted lord, ignoble in demeanour!"

Synonyms

blunt dim dim witted dopey dull heavy

Example

"Blunt-witted lord, ignoble in demeanour!"

Etymology

From blunt + witted. Compare Middle English blunt of wytte.

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