Definition of deadening

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • deadening is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • deadening is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • deadening is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of deadening


  • the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. constipation
    2. impairment
    3. stultification
  • so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the deadening effect of some routine tasks

    Synonyms

    1. boring
    2. dull
    3. ho-hum
    4. irksome
    5. slow
    6. tedious
    7. tiresome
    8. wearisome

See definition of deadening in Merriam Webster