Dullnesses

The plural form of 'dullness', referring to the quality or state of lacking sharpness, interest, or excitement. It encompasses a range of experiences and perceptions, from a lack of brilliance or luster to a deficiency in intelligence, sensitivity, or animation. dullnesses can manifest in physical attributes, emotional states, intellectual endeavors, or artistic expressions. The word evokes a sense of monotony, lifelessness, and a general absence of vibrancy. It signifies a lack of engagement and can be perceived as a negative characteristic, although sometimes it can be considered a necessary state for introspection and contemplation. It also encompasses a lack of understanding or perceptiveness.

Dullnesses meaning with examples

• The artist, after years of vibrant expression, succumbed to the dullnesses of routine, his paintings losing their initial sparkle. The market, once brimming with inventive ideas, suffered from the dullnesses of repetition.
• Experiencing the world through grief had its own dullnesses. It can be difficult to notice anything around you or care about the environment or people in it.
• The long commute and repetitive tasks contributed to the dullnesses of his everyday life. He found the relentless demands of his job and a feeling of existential boredom.
• Despite the bright sunshine, the city possessed the dullnesses of a long, dry summer. A stifling heat and dust coated the streets, leaving everything feeling lifeless and depleted.