bluntness
Pronunciation: [ˈblʌntnəs]
Word
Context: "communication"
(noun) the quality of being direct and straightforward in speaking or writing. If someone is blunt, they say what they really think without trying to be polite or gentle.
Example
Her bluntness about the situation helped everyone understand the truth.
Example
His bluntness often hurt people's feelings because he didn't consider their emotions.
Example
Do you think her bluntness was appropriate in that situation?
Context: "object quality"
(noun) the state of an object, like a knife, not being sharp. If a knife has bluntness, it means it cannot cut well because the edge is worn down or dull.
Example
The bluntness of the knife made it safe for children to use.
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The chef complained about the bluntness of the tools, saying they were ineffective for cooking.
Example
How does the bluntness of the knife affect its cutting ability?
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