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unsharp Synonyms
Another word for unsharp
Choosing another word for unsharp depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Lacking clear visual definition or crispness; slightly blurred or out of focus (especially of an optical image or photograph).
Usage Example
"Because the camera shook during the long exposure, the resulting landscape photograph was noticeably out of focus."
Strongest
out of focus
blurred
blurry
fuzzy
unfocused
Strong
indistinct
hazy
• adjective (Context 2)
Not having a keen cutting edge or fine point; blunt or dull.
Usage Example
"Trying to chop vegetables with an blunt knife actually increases the risk of accidental slips in the kitchen."
Strongest
blunt
dull
Strong
edgeless
unpointed
Opposites of unsharp
The opposite of unsharp shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
sharp
razor-sharp
crisp
keen
clear
focused
distinct
pointed
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Unsharp. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/unsharp