Obtusely

Pronunciation: /ɑbˈtusli/

Obtusely (adv)

  1. In a way that shows little understanding, so you do not notice what is obvious.
  2. In a way that is not clear or not sensitive, making the meaning seem rough or unhelpful.
  3. In a way that describes an angle larger than a right angle.

Obtusely (adverb)

Examples

  • She answered obtusely, so the lesson felt hard to follow.
  • The student replied obtusely, and the teacher explained again.