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English adjective: benumbed

1. benumbed lacking sensation


SamplesMy foot is asleep.
Numb with cold.


Synonymsasleep, numb


Similarinsensible


Antonymssensible, sensitive

2. benumbed having lost or been caused to lose interest because of overexposure


SamplesThe mind of the audience is becoming dulled.
The benumbed intellectual faculties can no longer respond.


Synonymsdulled


Similaruninterested


Antonymsinterested









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