numb
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How numb fits the hive
Base Score
1
Before any pangram bonus
Unique Letters
4
B M N U
Two-Letter Start
NU
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Ending
MB
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- 4 letters
- 4 unique letters
- NU start
- MB ending
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- numb is a four-letter word, so it is worth 1 point when accepted.
- It uses 4 unique letters, so it can fit boards that include b, m, n, u plus any remaining hive letters.
- The MB ending makes this a useful pattern check after you try the NU start.
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Pronunciation
Definitions
verb
To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
"The dentist gave me novocaine to numb my tooth before drilling, thank goodness."
verb
To cause (a feeling) to be less intense.
"He turned to alcohol to numb his pain."
verb
To cause (the mind, faculties, etc.) to be less acute.
verb
To become numb (especially physically).
adjective
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
"fingers numb with cold"
adjective
Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
"numb with shock; numb with boredom"
adjective
Causing numbness.
Related Words
Synonyms
- benumb
- dull
- deadened
- insensible
- stunned
Antonyms
- sensible
- sensitive