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obtusely Antonyms

Opposite of obtusely

Because the opposite of obtusely shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that is annoyingly slow to understand, insensitive, or deliberately uncomprehending.

Usage Example

"The spokesperson responded astutely to the reporter's direct questions about the budget deficit."

Strongest
astutely
perceptively
acutely
Strong
keenly
sharply
shrewdly
discerningly
intelligently

• adverb (Context 2)

So as to form an obtuse angle (greater than 90 degrees and less than 180 degrees), or with a blunt, rounded end rather than a sharp point.

Usage Example

"In this botanical species, the lower leaves are acutely angled at the base and rounded at the apex."

Strongest
acutely
sharply
Strong
pointedly

Similar words to obtusely

Words similar to obtusely shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

densely
bluntly
thickly
dully
stupidly
insensitively
roundedly
dimly
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