[usu. as adj.
(尤指因单调或限制性的老一套而)使失去干劲;使失去创造性
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the mentally stultifying effects of a disadvantaged home .贫困家庭那种精神压抑的后果。
cause (someone) to appear foolish or absurd
使显得愚蠢,使显得荒谬可笑
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Counsel is not expected to stultify himself in an attempt to advance his client's interests .律师不该为客户利益而使自己显得荒谬可笑。
"mid 18th cent.: from late Latin