Numskull
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Numskull is a noun meaning (derogatory) A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
Meaning
(derogatory) A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
More Meanings
- (derogatory) A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.
Example Sentences
That numskull will never learn how to compose a letter.
Word Forms
- numskulls
- numbskull
Synonyms for numskull
Depending on context, synonyms include airhead, bubblehead, thickhead, dunce, loggerhead, knucklehead.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dunce, blockhead, knucklehead, dunderhead, loggerhead, lunkhead.
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