obtund
/ɒbˈtʌnd/
Meanings
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Adjective
Dull, insensible, or unresponsive.
Pronunciation
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/ɑbˈtʌnd/
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Synonyms
blunt , deaden
Variants
List of all variants of obtund that leads to same resultobtund , obtunded , obtunding , obtunds
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'obtundere' meaning 'to stun, to dull'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term obtund is often used in medical contexts to describe a loss of sensation or response in a particular area of the body.
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Obtund can also be used as a verb, meaning 'to make dull or insensitive'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Insensitivity: Obtund is related to the concept of insensitivity, which refers to a lack of feeling or response.
How to Memorize "obtund"
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visualize
- Visualize a dull, unresponsive object or person to remember the meaning of obtund.
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associate
- Associate the word obtund with the feeling of numbness or insensitivity.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Obtund' and the meaning 'Dull, insensible, or unresponsive'.
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