Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dullard
noun
/ˈdʌl.ərd/
Definition
A person who is slow to understand or lacks intelligence.
Examples
- Despite his efforts in class, he was often called a dullard by his teachers.
- At the meeting, he struggled to keep up with the discussion, which made him feel like a dullard.
- She realized that constantly being treated like a dullard affected her confidence.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who is perceived as less intelligent or unable to grasp concepts easily.
Synonyms
- fool
- simpleton
- ignoramus
- dimwit
- knucklehead
