obtuse [adjective]: (of an object) not sharp; (of a person) dull and stupid.
Example: It was rather obtuse of me to have provoked him further.
Related words: obtusely [adverb], obtuseness [noun]
Synonyms: dense, dull, imperceptive, slow, stupid, thick, unintelligent
Antonyms: acute, astute, bright, brilliant, clever, discerning, intelligent, penetrating, sharp, smart
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