Dolt
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɒlt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dolt is a noun meaning (derogatory) A stupid person; a blockhead or dullard.
Meaning
(derogatory) A stupid person; a blockhead or dullard.
More Meanings
- To fool; to trick
- (obsolete) To behave foolishly.
Example Sentences
This Puck seemes but a dreaming dolt.
O Gull, oh dolt, / As ignorant as durt:[…]
Some by frequent Practice will never be dolted
Moſt Monſter-like, be ſhewne / For poor'ſt Diminutiues, for Dolts, […]
Word Forms
- dolts
- dolting
- dolted
Synonyms for dolt
Depending on context, synonyms include alcatote, asshat, arsehole, asshole, berk, birdbrain.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dullard, stupid, blockhead, noodlehead, fool, nitwit.
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