What does mind-numbing mean?
Mind-numbing means (idiomatic) Excessively boring, tedious, or dull; repetitive; of an activity, etc., lacking any interest or variety that might serve as intellectual stimulation..
Mind-numbing
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(idiomatic) Excessively boring, tedious, or dull; repetitive; of an activity, etc., lacking any interest or variety that might serve as intellectual stimulation..
Example Sentences
After hours of mind-numbing work sorting hundreds of nearly identical form, he needed to stop and do something else.
The story described the main character's wristwatch in mind-numbing detail.
Synonyms for mind-numbing
Antonyms for mind-numbing
Related Words
Word Forms
- more mind-numbing
- most mind-numbing
- mindnumbing
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for mind-numbing?
Common synonyms include brain-numbing.
What is the opposite of mind-numbing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use mind-numbing in a sentence?
After hours of mind-numbing work sorting hundreds of nearly identical form, he needed to stop and do something else.
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