Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thick-skulled

adjective

/θɪk skʌld/

Definition

Having a thick skull; physically or metaphorically slow to understand or learn.

Examples

Despite the evidence presented, his thick-skulled nature prevented him from changing his opinion.
She was known for her thick-skulled attitude towards criticism, often brushing it off without thought.
The teacher found it difficult to get through to the thick-skulled student.

Meaning

The term ‘thick-skulled’ describes someone who is resistant to new ideas or concepts, often implying a lack of intelligence or an unwillingness to change one’s mind.