Meaning of 'numb'

adjective

not showing human feeling or sensitivity, when followed by 'to'

Example: "I was numb to their pleas for mercy."

Synonyms: dead

adjective

so frightened as to be unable to move

adjective

lacking sensation

Synonyms: asleep

verb

make numb or insensitive

Example: "The shock numbed our senses."

Synonyms: dull