ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Softheaded

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Softheaded is an adjective meaning (informal, mildly derogatory) Lacking sound judgment or resolve; stupid; weak-minded.

Meaning

(informal, mildly derogatory) Lacking sound judgment or resolve; stupid; weak-minded.

Example Sentences

1880, Mark Twain, A Tramp Abroad, Appendix E, How my fool of a soft-headed soft-hearted brother would rage if he knew how cunningly I have saved his pocket.

Word Forms

Synonyms for softheaded

Depending on context, synonyms include crazy, half-baked, impractical, screwball.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include half-baked, crazy, impractical, screwball, soft-headed, sapheaded.

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