numb
Because it is a word with a single syllable, numb is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofnumb
- To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
Synonyms: benumb
Example: "The dentist gave me novocaine to numb my tooth before drilling, thank goodness."
- To cause (a feeling) to be less intense.
Synonyms: dull
Example: "He turned to alcohol to numb his pain."
- To cause (the mind, faculties, etc.) to be less acute.
Synonyms: dull
- To become numb (especially physically).
- Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
Synonyms: deadened, insensible
Example: "fingers numb with cold"
- Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
Synonyms: stunned
Example: "numb with shock; numb with boredom"
- Causing numbness.
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