Dull — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

lacking sharpness of edge or point

"the dull knife just bounced off the skin of the tomato without cutting it"

causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest

"a dull dance recital that made us wish that we were someplace else"

covered over by clouds

"dull skies plagued most of our vacation days at the beach"

lacking a surface luster or gloss

"a good polish should restore that car's dull finish"

lacking intensity of color

"that canvas shirt should fade to an attractive, dull red over time"

not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily

"the importance of the discovery was lost on the dull minds of his colleagues"

not loud in pitch or volume

"a dull roar from the distance"

slow to move or act

"a dull market for luxury goods this holiday season"

to reduce or weaken in strength or feeling

"the aspirin dulled his headache and he was soon feeling better"

to make white or lighter by removing color

"the painting's once-vivid colors have been dulled by time"