ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Nincompoop

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈnɪŋkəmpuːp/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Nincompoop is a noun meaning (derogatory) A foolish or silly person.

Meaning

(derogatory) A foolish or silly person.

Example Sentences

Yes, you Nicompoop, you are a pretty Fellow to pleaſe a Woman indeed.
Nickumpoop, or Nincumpoop, a fooliſh fellow; alſo one who never ſaw his wife's ****.
May'ſt thou paſs for a Nincumpoop all the World over, / From Paris to France, and from England to Dover.
Mous[trappa]. O you huffing Son of a Whore. / Drink[allup]. You rotten Jack in a box. / Bean[tosser]. You foul mouth'd Nickumpoop.

Word Forms

Synonyms for nincompoop

Depending on context, synonyms include dunderhead, fool, imbecile, nitwit, gaby, hammerhead.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include ninny, poop, boob, oaf, dope, ass.

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