Synonyms of numbness

Antonyms of numbness

Collocations of numbness

emotional numbness
Frequency: 85 %

She felt emotional numbness after the sudden loss of her pet.

physical numbness
Frequency: 75 %

The hiker experienced physical numbness in his fingers due to the cold weather.

numbness in limbs
Frequency: 70 %

He experienced numbness in his limbs after sitting in the same position for hours.

numbness and tingling
Frequency: 60 %

The patient complained of numbness and tingling in his hands.

Idiomatic Expressions for numbness

  • Phrase: numb with shock
    Meaning: to be unable to feel or react properly due to sudden surprise or distress
    Usage: After hearing the news of her father's accident, she was numb with shock.