| Main Entry: | dim |
| Part of Speech: | adjective |
| Definition: | not very intelligent |
Synonyms: |
boorish, dense, dim-witted, doltish, dull, dumb, oafish, obtuse, slow, slow on uptake, stupid, thick*, weak-minded |
Antonyms: |
bright, intelligent, smart |
| Main Entry: | obtuse |
| Part of Speech: | adjective |
| Definition: | slow to understand |
Synonyms: |
dense, dopey, dull*, dumb, imperceptive, insensitive, opaque, slow on uptake, stolid, thick, uncomprehending, unintelligent |
| Notes: | acute is an angle of less than 90 degrees; obtuse is one of more than 90 degrees |
Antonyms: |
bright, intelligent, quick, smart |
| Main Entry: | slow |
| Part of Speech: | adjective |
| Definition: | unintelligent |
Synonyms: |
backward, dense, dim, dimwitted, dull, dumb, dunce, imbecile, limited, moronic, obtuse, simple, slow on the uptake, stupid, thick, unresponsive |
Antonyms: |
cognizant, intelligent, smart |