obtundity

/ɒbˈtʌndɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being dull or unresponsive; a lack of sensitivity or awareness.

“The obtundity of the patient’s response to pain medication was concerning to the doctor.”

2. noun

A reduction in the sharpness or severity of something, such as a blow or a pain.

“The obtundity of the blow helped to reduce the damage it could have caused.”

Synonyms

  • dullness
  • insensibility

Antonyms

  • acuteness
  • sensitivity