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numbs

|numb|

/nʌm/

(numb)

loss of sensation

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Comparative	Superlative	Noun	Verb	Verb	Adverb
numb	numbnesses	numbs	numbed	numbed	numbing	more numb	most numb	numbness	numbed	numbing	numbly

Etymology

Etymology Information

'numb' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'numb' (Old English: 'numb'), meaning 'stunned' or 'deprived of feeling.'

Historical Evolution

'numb' changed from Proto-Germanic forms (reconstructed *nummaz) into Old English 'numb' and later developed into the modern English word 'numb' with both adjective and verb uses.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'stunned, benumbed' (loss of feeling or motion); over time it has retained this basic sense and extended to include emotional deadening (becoming unresponsive to feelings).

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

third-person singular present of 'numb': to cause (a part of the body) to lose feeling or sensation.

The cold wind numbs his fingers.

Synonyms

deaden anesthetize desensitize

Antonyms

sensitize awaken

Verb 2

third-person singular present of 'numb': to make (someone) emotionally unresponsive or indifferent.

Constant grief numbs her to small joys and pleasures.

Synonyms