1. the quality of speaking in a direct, honest way without trying to be polite or tactful
2. the quality of having a dull edge or point; lack of sharpness

Examples

• His bluntness often offended people, but they appreciated his honesty.
• She was known for her bluntness in business meetings.
• The bluntness of the knife made it difficult to cut the vegetables.
• I admired her bluntness when she told him exactly what she thought.
• The bluntness of his criticism hurt her feelings.
• The old scissors had lost their edge, and their bluntness made them useless.
• Despite his bluntness, he was a trusted advisor.