Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dunder

noun
ˈdʌndər
Definition
A foolish or clumsy person.
Examples
  • “Don’t be such a dunder; think before you act!”
  • “He got himself into trouble again, as usual, because he’s such a dunder.”
Meaning
The term ‘dunder’ is often used to describe someone who acts stupidly or lacks common sense. It can also refer to something of poor quality or a fool.
Synonyms
  • fool
  • lummox
  • nincompoop
  • simpleton
  • clod