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单词 obtunding
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

obtunding

verb

present participle of obtund
as in baffling

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • baffling
  • dampening
  • softening
  • deadening
  • modulating
  • buffering
  • alleviating
  • cushioning
  • mitigating
  • dulling
  • tempering
  • moderating
  • relieving
  • lightening
  • allaying
  • easing
  • assuaging
  • gentling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • intensifying
  • sharpening
  • heightening
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