Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
doofus
noun
/ˈduːfəs/
Definition
A silly or stupid person.
Examples
- He tripped over his own feet and felt like a doofus in front of everyone.
- Don’t be a doofus; think before you act!
- She called him a doofus when he forgot her birthday.
Meaning
The term ‘doofus’ is often used informally to describe someone who is clumsy, foolish, or not very bright.
Synonyms
- fool
- idiot
- nincompoop
- blockhead
- dunce
