deadening
/ˈdɛdənɪŋ/
noun
- The process of making something less intense, lively, or sensitive; a dulling effect.
- The medication caused a deadening of the pain in his knee.
- The constant noise of the city had a deadening effect on her concentration.
- He felt a deadening of his emotions after years of working in a stressful job.
adjective
- Causing a loss of feeling, energy, or interest; dulling or numbing.
- A deadening silence fell over the room after the announcement.
- The long, deadening lecture put half the students to sleep.
- The deadening routine of the office made everyone feel tired.
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