Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lunkhead
noun
/ˈlʌŋkˌhɛd/
Definition
A lunkhead is a person who is considered to be slow-witted or foolish.
Examples
- He really acted like a lunkhead when he forgot his own birthday.
- Don’t be a lunkhead; think before you speak!
- She called him a lunkhead for not understanding even the simplest instructions.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone who lacks intelligence or common sense, typically in a humorous or derogatory way.
Synonyms
- fool
- dummy
- blockhead
- nitwit
- dunce
