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obtusity

/ɒbˈtjuːsɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does obtusity mean?

noun

The quality of being dull or lacking in sharpness of mind or perception; lack of subtlety or discernment.

Example

"The obtusity of the politician's response to the crisis was criticized by the media."

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