Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

amadan

Noun
/ˈæm ə dæn/
Definition
A term used in Irish slang to mean a foolish person or someone who acts in a silly way.
Examples
  • Stop acting like an amadan and take this seriously.
  • He was such an amadan during the meeting, cracking jokes instead of focusing on the task.
Meaning
Often used to describe someone who is behaving in a ridiculous manner.
Synonyms
  • fool
  • idiot
  • simpleton
  • dunce
  • blockhead