blunt
[blʌnt]
[blʌnt]
An object or a person can be blunt, meaning they are straightforward and honest without being polite.
When people talk about something being blunt, they often mean that it's direct and uncompromising. For example, if you ask for advice from someone who always tells you what they think, even if it hurts your feelings, then they might be described as a blunt person. They don't beat around the bush or sugarcoat their words. A friend might say to another, "My sister is so blunt; she just told me I was wearing this ridiculous shirt."
How common is "blunt"?
Word blunt is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
A fencer's practice foil with a soft tip.
adjective
Having a thick edge or point; not sharp.
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Real examples of "blunt" in context
