Stumpfsinnigkeit

dull-wittedness, apathetic mental flatness

noun SHTOMPF-zin-ig-kite Rare

Usage Note

Stumpfsinnigkeit refers to a numbed, bovine lack of mental engagement or curiosity. It can describe a momentary state of boredom or a chronic character trait. stumpfsinnige Tätigkeiten (mind-numbing tasks) is very common.

Examples

"Die Stumpfsinnigkeit des Alltags trieb ihn schließlich dazu, alles aufzugeben."

Natural Translation

The mind-numbing flatness of everyday life finally drove him to give everything up.

Literal Translation

The dull-wittedness of-the everyday life drove him finally to everything give-up.

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