Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
numb-the-pain
verb phrase
/nʌm ðə peɪn/
Definition
To desensitize or dull the sensations of discomfort or suffering.
Examples
- Many people turn to medication to numb the pain after an injury.
- She tried to numb the pain of her loss with distractions and busy work.
Meaning
To make the feeling of pain less intense or to temporarily eliminate it, often through the use of medication or emotional detachment.
Synonyms
- alleviate
- soothe
- relieve
- lessen
