Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
balt
adjective
/bælt/
Definition
A term used informally to refer to a person or thing that is considered foolish or not serious.
Examples
- Don’t be such a balt; this is serious business!
- He made a balt comment during the meeting that caught everyone off guard.
- The movie was enjoyable, but the main character acted like a balt for most of the time.
Meaning
The word ‘balt’ is often used in a playful manner to describe someone or something that lacks seriousness or is perceived as silly.
Synonyms
- fool
- clown
- jester
- buffoon
