English Synonym Finder

dulling

Definitions

The act or process of making something less sharp, intense, or vivid.

The state of becoming less bright, resonant, or mentally acute.

Examples

The constant rain was dulling the vibrant colors of the autumn leaves.

He found that the repetitive nature of the task was dulling his creative spark.

The dulling effect of the medication made it difficult for her to concentrate during the lecture.

Synonyms

blunting deadening numbing muffling dimming fading taming

Antonyms

sharpening brightening honing intensifying stimulating quickening enlivening