Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
numskull
noun
/ˈnʌm.skʌl/
Definition
A numskull is a person who is considered to be foolish or lacking in intelligence.
Examples
- Despite his efforts, he always felt like a numskull when it came to math.
- She called him a numskull for forgetting their anniversary.
- Don’t be a numskull; remember to double-check your work!
Meaning
The term ‘numskull’ is often used in a humorous or derogatory manner to describe someone who makes silly mistakes or fails to understand simple concepts.
Synonyms
- fool
- simpleton
- dunce
- blockhead
- nitwit
