Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obtuso
Adjective
/əbˈtjuːs/
Definition
Obtuse refers to an angle that is more than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees, or can describe someone who is slow to understand.
Examples
- The obtuse angle in the diagram measures 120 degrees.
- She found his comments obtuse and difficult to engage with.
- Some argue that the movie’s plot was obtuse, making it hard to follow.
Meaning
In geometry, an obtuse angle is one that measures between 90 and 180 degrees. In general use, it can describe a person or their behavior as insensitive or dull.
Synonyms
- dull
- blunt
- stupid
- indifferent