What does BLIND mean?

Parts of Speech

Blind can function as an adjective, noun, verb, or adverb.

Definitions

As an adjective, blind means unable to see or lacking sight. As a noun, blind refers to a covering for a window or a screen used in hunting. As a verb, blind means to make someone unable to see, or to cause someone to be unaware of something. As an adverb, blind means without being able to see, or without understanding something.

Pronunciations

US: /blaɪnd/

UK: /blaɪnd/

Origin and Usage

The word blind comes from the Old English word "blind" which means "without sight." It has been used in English since the 12th century. The word is commonly used to describe a person who is unable to see, but it can also be used to describe situations where people are unable to see or understand something.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for blind as an adjective include sightless, visually impaired, and unseeing. As a verb, synonyms include obscure, conceal, and hide.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to blind include:

• Blend
• Bland
• Blood
• Blond
• Build

Example Sentences

• As an adjective: She was born blind and has never been able to see.
• As a noun: They set up a blind to hide from the deer while they hunted.
• As a verb: The bright lights outside the window blinded him.