ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dim-witted

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪmˈwɪtəd/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Dim-witted is an adjective meaning (idiomatic, derogatory) Being a dimwit; stupid; foolish; simple.

Meaning

(idiomatic, derogatory) Being a dimwit; stupid; foolish; simple.

Example Sentences

"Don't fool yourself," I said. "I could have slugged this pair of amateur gorillas any hour of the day or night. I've not done it because you've got nothing against them other than their being a pair of dim-witted nuisances."

Word Forms

Synonyms for dim-witted

Depending on context, synonyms include dim-headed, dull-witted, simple, retarded, simple-minded, half-witted.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include simple-minded, half-witted, retarded, simple, simpletonish, thickwitted.

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