Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
blockhead
noun
ˈblɒkˌhɛd
Definition
A person who is stubborn or slow to understand; a foolish or stupid person.
Examples
- Despite his colleagues’ advice, he continued to act like a blockhead.
- She called him a blockhead for not realizing the consequences of his actions.
- Even though the plan was clearly flawed, the blockhead refused to change it.
Meaning
The term ‘blockhead’ is often used to describe someone who lacks intelligence or common sense. It is generally considered an insult and suggests that the individual is particularly hard-headed or resistant to new ideas.
Synonyms
- fool
- nitwit
- dunce
- simpleton
- idiot
