obtusion

/ɒbˈtjuːʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

a state of being dull or lacking in vibrancy, often used to describe a lack of intellectual or spiritual vitality

“The professor’s obtusion was evident in the dull lectures she gave every day.”

2. noun

a type of injury to the eye, characterized by a partial or complete loss of vision

“The patient’s obtusion was caused by a blow to the head during the accident.”

Synonyms

  • apathy
  • dullness
  • torpor

Antonyms

  • lucidity
  • vitality