Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mushhead

Noun

/ˈmʌʃˌhɛd/

Definition

A mushhead is a person who is perceived as foolish or slow to understand; someone lacking common sense.

Examples

After failing to grasp the simple instructions, he was called a mushhead by his peers.
She always supported the mushheads in her class, believing everyone deserved a chance to learn.
Even though he’s a bit of a mushhead, he has a good heart and means well.

Meaning

The term is often used to describe someone who is vacant in thought or overly sentimental, leading to unwise decisions or ineffectiveness in critical situations.