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单词 obtund
释义

obtund

verb

ob·​tund äb-ˈtənd How to pronounce obtund (audio)
obtunded; obtunding; obtunds

transitive verb

: to reduce the edge or violence of : dull
obtunded reflexes

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin obtundere

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

obtund

transitive verb

ob·​tund äb-ˈtənd How to pronounce obtund (audio)
: to reduce the intensity or sensitivity of : make dull
obtunded reflexes
agents that obtund pain

obtund

verb

as in to dull

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • dull
  • buffer
  • moderate
  • cushion
  • modulate
  • alleviate
  • dampen
  • gentle
  • baffle
  • soften
  • mitigate
  • ease
  • temper
  • deaden
  • allay
  • lighten
  • relieve
  • assuage

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • intensify
  • sharpen
  • heighten
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